Press Technician

H & T Kansas • De Soto, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Press Technician, you hold a pivotal position within our Production department, blending technical skill with problem-solving ability to uphold and enhance our can manufacturing processes. This role places you at the heart of our production operations, where your expertise in cupping and deep draw transfer press tools becomes the cornerstone of our manufacturing excellence. Your responsibilities stretch beyond mere machine operation; you are tasked with the setup, support, and continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes. By troubleshooting production challenges and refining tooling processes, you ensure the delivery of the highest quality products. Your role is critical in maintaining a high volume, tight tolerance environment, making you an essential figure in achieving our operational goals and maintaining product integrity. Your Key Areas of Impact Technical Mastery and Process Optimization: You have a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing process, applying your knowledge to construct, maintain, and refine complex tools and gauges. Your ability to interpret specifications, blueprints, and sketches directly influences the quality and efficiency of our production line. By conducting sample runs and adjusting machinery for optimal performance, you set the standard for product excellence. Quality Assurance and Troubleshooting Expertise: Your keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills are vital in identifying and rectifying production issues. Through meticulous observation and adjustment of tooling, you not only prevent potential faults but also ensure the consistency and reliability of our products. Your contributions are fundamental in minimizing downtime and enhancing our Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Safety and Continuous Improvement: Adhering to safety protocols and participating in continuous improvement initiatives, you exemplify our commitment to a safe and progressive work environment. Your involvement in 5S audits (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain), safety compliance, and the development and adjustment of work instructions reflects your dedication to operational excellence and workplace safety. Collaboration and Leadership: As a team-oriented individual, you thrive in collaborative settings, ready to assist and guide your peers through complex technical challenges. Your ability to step into leadership roles, particularly in the absence of Press Operators, showcases your versatility and commitment to team success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year in a technical position within a manufacturing setting
• Background in high-volume component production, tight tolerance manufacturing, and metal stamping and deep drawing technology
• Minimum of three (3) years of expert experience
• Adeptness in training others effectively
• High-level of integrity, confidentiality, organization, and time management
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to remain in a stationary position 5% of the time, whether standing or sitting
• Ability to move about inside the facility
• Manual dexterity
• Clear visual acuity for both close-up work and monitoring processes from a distance, as well as for identifying and distinguishing colors
• Ability to hear and discern various sounds and alarms
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Setup of machinery
• Support of machinery
• Continuous improvement of manufacturing processes
• Troubleshooting production challenges
• Refining tooling processes
• Construct, maintain, and refine complex tools and gauges
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and sketches
• Conduct sample runs and adjusting machinery for optimal performance
• Observation and adjustment of tooling
• Adhering to safety protocols
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Involvement in 5S audits
• Safety compliance
• Development and adjustment of work instructions
• Assist and guide peers through complex technical challenges
• Stepping into leadership roles

Benefits

• Premium shift differential of 10% for all nighttime hours
• Overtime pay is provided at a rate of one and one-half times the regular hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with federal and state labor laws

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED