Press Operator - All Widths completes print production jobs on various types of printing press machines, including digital, flexographic, web, screen, or others. Reviews job specifications and complete setup tasks, including filling ink, calibrating machine, and loading stock. Being a Press Operator - All Widths conducts visual inspection of samples prior to running job. Performs in-process quality inspections utilizing standard testing protocols. Additionally, Press Operator - All Widths completes all required production logs and documentation. Interprets equipment diagnostics, troubleshoots breakdowns, and makes necessary adjustments to complete the job. Performs regular maintenance, cleaning, and changeovers of press from one job to another. Maintains a clean and safe workspace. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Press Operator - All Widths independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Press Operator - All Widths typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
1. Checks material, if correct loads the stock for the furnace or the induction heaters. 2. Unload conveyor and load the forged parts into the containers. 3. Move metal forgings from the conveyor using a hoist and other available devices throughout the shift. 4. Use a hand held spray wand to spray blocker and finisher dies with graphite. 5. Requires using tongs as a lever to move billets that are at the proper degrees, through a series of dies. 6. Requires the physical strength and size to move metal billets all day and tolerate high temperatures for lengthy periods of time. |
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MINIMUM TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Needs to be trained on safe operations practice before operating a press Knowledge of safe machine practice standards, physical agility, technical ability and good coordination.
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MINIMUM SKILLS REQUIRED:
Basic math skills Able to read and write English |