Hotpress Operator - GPW Layup

Hotpress Operator - GPW Layup

Position Title:  Hot Press Operator

Reports to:  Layup Line Tender

Department: Lay Up

Hours per shift:  Employee works 8 hours per day with some overtime.  Two 10-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch during the day.

However, as market conditions dictate shifts may change to 10 hrs.

per day with some overtime, which will add a third 10-minute break along with a 30-minute lunch.       DAY: 5:00 a.m.

to 3:30 p.m.           SWG:  3:45 p.m.

to 2:15 a.m.

  

Wage:  Level 3

Position Purpose: Pressing veneer into plywood utilizing the functions of the hot press through manipulation of controls, loading, and unloading.

Maintain the time, temperature, and the pressure of the hot press by following press schedule.

Keep a safe and clean work environment by removing obstructing debris.

Operator must communicate with the Line Tender to ensure quality standards are met.

Position Functions:

 

Essential Functions

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These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job.

The Press Operator guides loads of un-pressed veneer into the press area through manipulation of controls and buttons.

The operator the rides on an elevator with the unit of veneer and loads several layers of veneer into one press opening at a time.

After each panel is loaded the elevator indexes down to the next opening and the process is repeated until all veneer is loaded into the press.

The operator must complete this operation within one and half minutes to prevent the glue from drying in press.

The press ranges in temperatures of 270 degrees F to 360 Degrees F.

The operator then closes the press by manipulation of controls.

The Operator sets the time, heat and pressure based on panel thickness and species of veneer used.

The operator also operates a computer based inventory system which prints tickets to attach to pressed wood.

 

Non-Essential Functions

These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential.

the worker/Operator may be responsible for cleanup activity during down times, changeovers, or between shifts.  This activity will consist of removing veneer scrap or debris from the work area using a broom, rake, or shovel. 

The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross-training purposes or to facilitate production.  Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual Job Descriptions.

Assist co-workers or Maintenance personnel in basic maintenance procedures.

 

Working Environment:  (1) Inside 100%, average temperature 60 degrees F (2) Outside 0%; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F.  Noise or vibration:   Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts.

Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis.

(3)  Atmospheric conditions:  Fumes: Wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wood particle, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation:...