Stamping/Press PNF Technician

Flex-N-Gate • Urbana, IL

3d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
2nd Shift Power & Free Technician-Chrome Loop Load/Unload
Starting Pay Rate: $24.00(after 3 months $24.50, after 6 months $25.00)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm- 11:pm, with mandatory overtime as needed
Reports To: Press Supervisor
Job Summary:
We are currently seeking a dependable and safety-conscious individual to join our 2nd shift team as a Power & Free Technician. This role plays a critical part in the day-to-day movement of parts and materials throughout the facility. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working at heights and with heavy materials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred
• Basic mechanical skills required
• Must be able to work independently and follow safety protocols
• Forklift experience or certification is a plus (or ability to be trained)
• Ability to lift heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to work at heights and on suspended walkways
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach above head and below shoulder level, and communicate effectively
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and loud environments
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience or certification is a plus (or ability to be trained)

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Power & Free system across the entire facility
• Load bumper shells (up to 50 lbs) onto racks—requires reaching up to 7 feet
• Deliver requested parts and racks to various departments as needed
• Monitor the conveyor system via computer to ensure smooth operation
• Troubleshoot system errors and identify jam locations on the rack system
• Perform minor mechanical repairs, including changing stops and cylinders (no electrical work)
• Notify or involve maintenance team when repairs are beyond scope
• Climb vertical ladders and work on a suspended metal floor above ground level
• Safely perform rack work using protective coverings (tarps/cardboard) to prevent tool drops
• Use ladders to reach elevated rack areas when needed
• Swap out damaged racks with repaired ones from maintenance
• Occasionally lift and move heavy racks (requires lifting rack 1–2 feet onto rollers)
• Operate a forklift to move racks in and out of the facility

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees