Press Operator

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Amsted Automotive, Sterling Heights, is seeking a Press Operator for our 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:00 pm) who will be responsible for the set up and operation of line dies including transfer dies in stamping presses.

Shift Times:


* Day Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM


* Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM 15% shift premium


* Midnight Shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM with a 15% shift premium

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO


* Responsible for equipment operation including press transfer, feeder, etc.


* Part of the set up/changeover team


* Operate press in production mode to meet production goals


* Visually look over parts to assure proper quality.

Notify Production, Quality, Leader, or Supervisor of quality or press related problems


* Perform quality checks and use checking fixtures to maintain high quality parts


* Must ensure all parts containers have properly filled out tags for part, lot and operation identification including SAP labeling


* Keep work areas clean and safe.

Maintain 5S Standards


* Fill out daily production reporting paperwork and visual Downtime Boards


* Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training


* Additional duties as assigned


* Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principals


* Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings


* Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED


* Requires at least three months of knowledge of press and feeder operations


* Usage of a computer and other productivity machinery such as control panels


* Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria


* Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU


* Employee Stock Ownership Plan 


* Incentive Bonus 


* Medical, Vision, Dental 


* Prescription Drug Plan 


* 401K 


* Paid Vacation & Holidays 


* Short-Term Disability


* Tuition Reimbursement 


* Health and Wellness Reimbursement 


* Employee Recognition 


* Discount Programs 

WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW


* Work may require extended periods of standing, lifting, bending, stooping, and performing repetitive motion tasks


* Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently


* Must be able to work necessary overtime if required


* Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise.             

 

Experience

Preferred


* 1 year(s): Manufacturing

Education

Preferred


* High School or better

Behaviors

Preferred


* Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity


* Team Player: Works well as a member of a group


* Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred


* Flexibility: Inspired to per...