PUNCH PRESS OPERATOR & SET UP-3rd Shift

LISICity of Industry, CA
$25 - $30Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of this position is to operate heavy duty power presses to produce quality parts per specifications while observing Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential requirement. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or four years apprenticeship; or four years equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Read and interpret blueprints or other job specifications.
  • Ability to make all inspections on machined parts using precision measuring equipment.
  • Must have knowledge of press controls, e-stop, basic feeder settings and light curtains.
  • Basic mainframe computer systems and familiar with Spreadsheet and Word Processing software.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints.
  • Ability to understand, follow and carry out verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Tool room and Punch Press personnel.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers.
  • Must be able to calculate parts per hour and to record total quantities on Work Order Tally Sheet.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to reason and provide solutions to problems using concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Evidence of “US person” is required under ITAR.
  • Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Occasionally required to sit.
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 29 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.
  • Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work.
  • Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives.

Nice To Haves

  • Correctly uses micrometers, calipers, indicators, & comparators.
  • Understands and has working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS 9100, NADCAP, Mil-Specs, ITAR, Aerospace specification.
  • Able to clearly share expertise and transfer technical knowledge to others; Communicates technical knowledge and expertise with customers to instill confidence regarding quality function.
  • Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation.
  • Writes technical documents clearly and accurately; Transfers technical data accurately into proper forms.
  • Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
  • Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.
  • Works within the directions of the department’s resources.
  • Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
  • Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
  • Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
  • To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact.

Responsibilities

  • Selects and positions special purpose die sets into ram and bed of machine.
  • Aligns and bolts dies to ram and bed of machine.
  • Adjusts depth and pressure of ram stroke.
  • Performs set up on progressive and single station dies.
  • Performs first article inspection on set up parts and monitors parts through out the run to meet blueprint requirements using precision measuring instruments.
  • Adjusts shut heights, feeders, pilot release, lubrication systems, stock guides, scrap controls, safety systems, tapping units, die sensors, and air blow offs.
  • Uses gages and fixtures to test and inspect production parts.
  • Performs daily inspection at the start of shift to ensure presses are functioning properly and reports any machine malfunctions.
  • Monitors parts throughout the run to meet blueprint requirements using precision measuring instruments.
  • Completes thoroughly required forms such as but not limited to; tooling work orders, manufacturing work orders and inspection forms.
  • Able to recognize cosmetic non-conformances based on Company specifications such as; burrs, galling, cracked edges, dimensional changes in production parts and initiate action to prevent non-conformance such as stopping the machine and notifying Supervisor.
  • Follow all 5S department procedures which include but are not limited to; keeping floors clean of oil and debris, returning tools to proper locations, organize part pans, and performs other housekeeping duties.
  • Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
  • Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
  • Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
  • Continually seeks opportunities to improve our ISO 14001 standards and HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results.
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