Stacker/Press Operator, Steel Manufacturing
About The Position
The Diez Group, Kansas City, is a tier one manufacturing supplier of blanked material. We are looking for a Stacker-Press/Operator to join our team. Your position will focus on safe and efficient set-up, changeover, safe operation, and troubleshooting of the press machines. The Diez Group is a Hispanic-owned minority business that believes in delivering high-quality products on time and at competitive prices to its customers. Your position will focus on the setup, changeovers, safe operation, and troubleshooting of the press machines to maximize efficiency and output in a 160,000 sq. ft. facility. The ideal candidate will be able to read measuring devices and interpret blueprints and drawings. You must observe workplace safety rules and guidelines. Prior experience in a warehouse environment is a plus, and while experience operating a press is preferred, we are willing to train otherwise motivated applicants. You must be able to interpret written instructions, stand, crouch, and lift objects throughout a normal shift. Exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
Requirements
- Professional crane operator certification a plus
- Ability to be licensed to operate powered industrial equipment (hilo, crane, manlift)
- Able to effectively communicate problems, root cause, and corrective actions needed to upper management and support staff
- Perform all work in an ethical manner
- Take initiative when you see something that needs fixing; don’t wait for it to break
- Adhere to attendance policy
- High school diploma
- 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred
- Ability to read and decipher blueprints and schematics.
- Ability to make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
- The ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, with up to 20 pounds as the most frequent lift
- The ability to physically perform the requirements of the tasks assigned
- Must possess acceptable work history and attendance record
- Excellent coordination, focus, and dedication to following safety protocols
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a warehouse environment is a plus
- Experience operating a press is preferred
Responsibilities
- Read and understand work instructions, handle materials to and from the workstation, and get the workstation and equipment ready for production.
- Perform die changeovers and select the correct materials to run.
- Solve the majority of problems if setup-related.
- Correct, or seek support to correct, any setup or tool problems preventing the production of good parts.
- Operates the press to punch and form parts according to specifications.
- Adjusts and tightens hold-down bolts, dies, springs, and pins. Lubricates material and parts as required.
- Completes all required and assigned paperwork.
- Performs housekeeping activities daily as outlined by the supervisor.
- Complies with all quality checks, including first- and last-part inspections.
- Maintains quality standards, keeps the workstation in order, reports work shortages, and performs own rework.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health plan
- Anthem Blue Cross, Delta Dental, and EyeMed vision insurance
- Life Insurance – Basic and Accidental Death & Dismemberment – at no cost to you, of 1x your base salary
- Short Term – at no cost to you, at 60% of base salary
- 401k Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
