OUR COMPANY
PWO Canada is a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier for auto manufacturers globally. We are one of five subsidiaries in the PWO AG Group, manufacturing lightweight metal components for the automotive industry.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the of Progressive/Transfer Press Operator is to create finished products from raw materials. The incumbent will be required to work with large blanking, piercing, combination and transfer die. The candidate is responsible for setting up and operating progressive and transfer presses.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma.
Knowledge and Skills: The incumbent must have manual dexterity and a mechanical aptitude. The incumbent must be able to read, understand instructions and follow them exactly, as well as able to work independently without close supervision. The incumbent must be able to operate a punch press, progressive press, feed line, and crane. Basic computer skills are required in order to use a Windows program and input appropriate documentation.
Communication Skills: Basic oral and written communication skills are required in order to identify and communicate when there are problems with a machine, the quality of parts produced, in order to complete necessary paperwork, and able to follow specific instructions.
Nature and Length of Experience: At least one year of experience in a high volume production environment operating 100 ton presses and bigger.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sets up dies and enters appropriate program into the computer to indicate specifications required for production. Loads and starts coils of raw materials. Operates press in a safe manner with little supervision. Clears die of scrap material at regular intervals. Changes stamps in die when needed and assists die maintenance in repair of die at press.
- Documents set-up information, problems, information and changes to set up procedures and improvements needed to dies.
- Performs quality inspection of first-off and last-off products by checking specifications of desired product as per instructions. Inspects parts routinely as required throughout production. Completes necessary paperwork to indicate inspections were done and the quality of the produced part.
- Assists die maintenance in troubleshooting production problems. Removes sections of die for sharpening as instructed by die maintenance.
- Assists maintenance and tooling personnel in troubleshooting production problems.
- Following specific directions and tasks assigned.
- Proper use of electronic data collection equipment.
- Performs all duties within the 5S standards.
- Follows and performs to the instructions as outlined in the Work Area Reference Manual (s) applicable to the department.
- Follows and performs to the processed and instructions as outlined in the Process House applicable to the department.
- Compliance to all company HR policies and procedures.
- Responsible for working safely, complying with safety policies and procedures, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) required in the designated areas as per company policy.
- Responsible for working safely and keeping a safe work area for themselves and fellow employees. Reporting any unsafe working conditions, practices, and work-related injuries immediately to his/her Supervisor or Manager.
- Any other job-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Team Lead, Supervisor and Manager.
PWO Canada INC. values diversity in our workforce, as well as in our customers, suppliers, and others. We provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, a record of offenses, marital status, family status, disability or any other characteristic protected by local law.
PWO Canada INC. welcomes and encourages applications from everyone. Accommodations may available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you would like to request a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please advise the Recruiter or Human Resources Associate when you are selected to participate in the recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $21.38-$25.98 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work overnights (10:45pm-7am)?
Experience:
- progressive press: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person