Press Operator

Job Description

Essential Duties Include:

• Read and understand “Change Spec. Card Procedure”
• Read and understand “Non-Conforming Product Procedure”
• Get magnets from magnet board that contains the work order information for production
• Locate pallet or cart with the WOR folder containing the corresponding material, work order numbers and instructions
• Determine and obtain the correct tool for the job identified on the Spec. Card from the tooling rack
• Remove tooling from box, attach bearer blocks and slide into tooling station
• Set the machine for the appropriate job
• Retain Supplier raw material tag with lot # and run # information along with “Approved for Use” tags on separate sheet of paper (if only using partial material and retuning excess material do not retain tag, just record part #, lot # and run # on sheet)
• Complete “Sign-off Check List” (if operator has less than 1-year experience, needs sign-off from experienced operator with over 1 year experience)
• Print out (core tags or box tags) along with 1st piece and last piece labels with correct information,
• Make sure the right material is used where needed, to the proper side of the liner and in the right orientation
• Place material in machine. Feed it through the fife guide and adjust it for center run.
• Place adhesive in machine and line-up with materials so that they are even with each other
• Start machine, adjust tension and alignment as needed
• Pass the material through to the die cutting station
• Remove any waste or air-injection from the tool
• Adjust nip-roller speed for proper speed and dimensions of part
• Verify part to print and or mylar and record dimensions
• Retain first approved piece and place label on back side
• Complete In-Process check sheet during the run.
• Complete End-of-Run sign off confirming the required parts were produced.
• Retain last approved piece and label back side
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, cleaning floor, machine, work area at end of each job and at end of shift
• Cut cores for particular jobs when needed. Obtain boxes and materials necessary for job
• Operate production equipment to produce good, quality product in an efficient/quality-oriented manner.
• Makes suggestions for ways to improve production process
• Works with sales and estimating to test/run samples for new product introduction
• Makes sure product being produced matches the spec card and the degree of quality needed (tolerances etc..)
• Updates spec card for future runs when process is changed
• Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions; adjust machines as necessary.
• Change worn machine accessories such as cutting tools and brushes, using hand tools.
• Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, changing filters or adding lubricant to the Rotary press when necessary.
• Notify supervisors when major service is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Location is Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Grand Rapids

Remote Type

On-Site

EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.