Punch Press Operator II - 1st Shift

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Punch Press Operator II to produce parts from metal using a punch press, a computer numeric controlled (CNC) piece of equipment that makes precision cuts and punches into metal. Punch Operators monitor machines making sure they are working at full capacity, stocked with needed materials, and well-maintained.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure completed work to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, and/or rulers
• Examine completed work for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws
• Read work orders/production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances
• Load work into machine
• Set-up and start machine, monitor operations, and record operational data
• Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools
• Install, align, and lock specified punches, dies, cutting blades, or other fixtures in rams or beds of machines, using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, and hand tools
• Clean and lubricate machines
• Position, align, and secure work against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies
• Perform periodic checks on output
• Perform typical machine shop operations; set up and run, de-bur
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management or designer
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures
• Perform quality inspection/checks per quality documentation/control plan (including documentation of results)
• Uphold site efficiency standards
• Learn and demonstrate continuous improvement for site Safety and Quality standards and procedures
• Meet the standards of the site attendance policy
• Assist in other work areas as assigned
• Run plasma cutter
• Use tapping head
• Set up new special tools (wheel-ribs)
• Set-up multi-tools
• Visually check sheet lifter and cups
• Remove die base/reinstall
• Work completely independently without supervision
• Ability to trouble shoot and resolve issues in assigned work center
• Meet or exceed company PPM level standards by consistently producing quality work
• Retain knowledge from each job
• Fully understand workmanship standards for both Advanced Laser and customers
• Achieve and maintain any certifications required in the work area
• Cross trained in multiple workstations
• Knowledge in all work centers with the ability to work/run machines in multiple work centers
• Assist in preventative maintenance of the machines