We have an outstanding Contract to Hire position for a Press Technicianto join a leading Company located in theMcCalla, AL surrounding area.

Pay Rate: $21.63

Shift is 6am to 6pm in training for the first 3weeks to a month - then moves to 6 pm to 6 am - little OT

Job Responsibilities:

• Press operations - Machine setup, start the machine, operate a pre-programmed cycle, handle/pack material, move materials.

• Follow Standardized Work Instructions.

• Able to operate progressive press equipment safely and meet expected HPH and quality goals.

• Able to operate transfer press equipment Safely and meet expected HPH and quality goals.

• Able to set up all aspects of new jobs.

• Able to optimize any die setup (feeds, speeds, gripper/ finger adjustment, destacker , motion curves, stack setups, etc .. ).

• Follow and recommend improvements to SOP's .

• Supports the teams in Operational improvement.

• Develops Initial Standard Work Practices with the team's Quality Checks and Inspections.

• Problem Solving - Learn to recognize and solve the malfunctioning of the machine and recognize and solve quality problems of the formed part.

• Make process checks/inspections.

• Finalize component parts to ready them for assembly into final products. This may include, but is not limited to, deburring, 100% inspection, rework, etc.

• Know the proper and improper use of PPE and equipment with ultimate concern for personal safety and the safety of others.

• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.

• Supports Operational Performance Metrics and meets targets for improvement.

• Supports annual operating plan.

• Minor maintenance/repairs on equipment.

• Recording data as needed/ assist in documenting standardized work.

• Material Handling as required.

• Cleaning and enhancing their work area.

• Perform 5S audits.

• Develop ideas for Kaizen and participate in implementation.

• Ability to train new or less experienced associates.

• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

  Basic Hiring Criteria:

• High school education diploma and equivalent.

• Experience using a variety of hand and power tools is preferred.

• Previous employment in a manufacturing environment.

• A clear understanding of lean principles and the application of lean tools.

• Ability to work unsupervised.

• Thorough Knowledge of Resistance Spot Welding.

• Clear Understanding of Programmable Controllers and Robotics.

• Ability to compare work against standards of quality provided and distinguish between acceptable and unacceptable tolerances.

• Through knowledge of automation safety.

• Clear understanding of material flow and Supply Chain Management- applies lean tools to improve it.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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