Progressive Transfer Press Operator - Niles, United States - Modineer Company

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Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Operator A – Progressive/Transfer Press Job Description (Plant 6)

Reports to: Department Supervisor at specific Business Unit

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Schedule: Monday through Thursday- Overtime as needed.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

Perform all Progressive/Transfer Press functions involved in the manufacturing and assembly processes of Modineer Company. Progressive/Transfer Press Operators includes, but is not limited to, the setup (tighten bolts down as needed), operation and troubleshooting of transfer, progressive and hand line press operations ranging between 600 tons and 1200 tons. They also have the responsibility to run other types of production equipment related to stamping operations such as fork trucks and crane as needed. The individual must read and understand gauges and measurement tools and have knowledge of "Quick Die Change Methodology". Employees must follow standard work instructions and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Setup, operation and troubleshooting of Progressive/Transfer Press operations.
• Responsible for setting dies in an appropriate time period.
• Responsible to run other types of production equipment related to stamping operations (i.e. fork truck and overhead crane as needed).
• Load and unload parts
• Read and understand work instructions
• Wear appropriate PPE
• Handle/lift/push/pull up to 40 lbs. on a repetitive basis
• Perform product quality checks in accordance with work instructions
• Package parts per specifications
• Read and understand measurement devices

Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge:

· Must have working knowledge of quality inspection gauges and measurement tools.

• Must be able to accurately complete all required Modineer production system documentation such as production reports, inspection reports, etc.
• Forklift experience is a plus

Physical environment/working conditions:

The position is in the factory and could involve sitting, standing, walking and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day.

Other (e.g., customer contact or access to confidential information):

Must be able to work as part of a team.

Company DescriptionModineer Co. is owned by Westbourne Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private investment firm, Hall Capital, a family-owned investment company located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and a private investor.

Modineer is a leading manufacturer and fabricator of low to medium volume complex metal components and assemblies for the automotive, military, truck/trailer and industrial markets utilizing stamping, roll forming, welding, machining, painting, e-coating, and other specialty processes. Headquartered in Niles, Michigan, Modineer manufactures more than 35 million components per year, has over 800 employees and operates from nine facilities with combined square footage in excess of 700,000 across Michigan, Indiana, Missouri, and Pennsylvania.

Modineer's manufacturing capabilities range from high volume metal stampings to laser cut components that are welded into finished assemblies. This wide array of capabilities has resulted in a healthy mix of business from a diverse customer base. The systematic approach to building this diversity starts with the right people and practices. The success of Modineer rests on the performance of their quality people. This has been true for more than seventy years. It will certainly be true for you.

Company Description

Modineer Co. is owned by Westbourne Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private investment firm, Hall Capital, a family-owned investment company located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and a private investor.\r
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Modineer is a leading manufacturer and fabricator of low to medium volume complex metal components and assemblies for the automotive, military, truck/trailer and industrial markets utilizing stamping, roll forming, welding, machining, painting, e-coating, and other specialty processes. Headquartered in Niles, Michigan, Modineer manufactures more than 35 million components per year, has over 800 employees and operates from nine facilities with combined square footage in excess of 700,000 across Michigan, Indiana, Missouri, and Pennsylvania.\r
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Modineer's manufacturing capabilities range from high volume metal stampings to laser cut components that are welded into finished assemblies. This wide array of capabilities has resulted in a healthy mix of business from a diverse customer base. The systematic approach to building this diversity starts with the right people and practices. The success of Modineer rests on the performance of their quality people. This has been true for more than seventy years. It will certainly be true for you.