Set-Up & Punch Press Operator

WLS Fabricating Co • Highland Heights, OH

221d

About The Position

The position involves setting up and operating single hit punch presses to produce parts according to customer specifications. The operator will perform various duties related to press operation, including assembling nests and dies for different operations, adjusting clamps and stops, and ensuring the quality of the produced parts through measurement and inspection. The role requires collaboration with quality control personnel and adherence to safety and operational policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience at setting up single hit punch presses.
• Proficiency with measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Experience working with ¼” thickness and thinner sheet metal.
• Ability to read blueprints and part routers.
• Identify metal material types and gauge thickness.
• Knowledge of how to select, position, and align dies in machine and confirm that they are properly secured.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate single hit punch presses to produce parts according to customer specifications.
• Assemble nests and dies to perform various single hit operations including float pierce, cushion pierce, semi blank, temp blank and various compounds using hand tools.
• Set and adjust clamps and stops.
• Position workpiece against backstop or manually align layout marks.
• Measure workpiece dimensions throughout to ensure quality and repeatability.
• Observe tool and machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Perform visual inspection of first piece.
• Issue job and safely check in Press Operator once set up is complete.
• Collaborate with quality control personnel and other team members to meet production targets and address any issues or concerns.
• Follow all company safety and operations policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays - 10 per year
• Onsite Success Coach

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees