Hotpress Operator - Springfield Layup

Swanson Group•Springfield, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Purpose: Pressing veneer into plywood utilizing the functions of the hot press through manipulation of controls, loading, and unloading. Maintain the time, temperature, and the pressure of the hot press by following press schedule. Keep a safe and clean work environment by removing obstructing debris. Operator must communicate with the Line Tender to ensure quality standards are met.

Requirements

Must have excellent hand eye coordination.
Use vision/hearing continuously.
Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.
Worker generally works with one other operator with little supervision.
Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.
Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

Responsibilities

The Press Operator guides loads of un-pressed veneer into the press area through manipulation of controls andbuttons.
The operator the rides on an elevator with the unit of veneer and loads several layers of veneer into one pressopening at a time.
After each panel is loaded the elevator indexes down to the next opening and the process is repeated until allveneer is loaded into the press.
The operator must complete this operation within one and half minutes to prevent the glue from drying in press.
The press ranges in temperatures of 270 degrees F to 360 Degrees F.
The operator then closes the press by manipulation of controls.
The Operator sets the time, heat and pressure based on panel thickness and species of veneer used.
The operator also operates a computer-based inventory system which prints tickets to attach to pressed wood.
The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate production.
Assist Co-Workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance and upkeep of machine.