Press Operator

Overview

Job code: 9720406

SUMMARY:

The press operator is responsible for the operation of the SMC (Sheet Material Compound) and injection molding machines, ensuring the production of parts needed daily is met. In this role the press operator will 100% inspect the products produced to ensure they meet the specifications outlined in the provided Quality Standards. Additionally, the press operator will ensure understanding of the machines mechanics to ensure quality output and help mitigate malfunctions.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the operation of SMC press and / or injection molding machine.
• Provide daily maintenance for assigned machine
• Produce parts needed daily according to quality standards
• Support manufacturing to achieve safety, productivity and quality targets through process design, optimization projects and Kaizen initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong work ethic, on-time attendance performance, with a high degree of reliability is required to be successful in this role.
• Good mechanical aptitude and skills required.
• Must interact positively and effectively with co-workers, subordinates and supervisors.
• Enough physical ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs. repeatedly); standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, working overhead and operating motorized equipment. Must be able to follow schedule and work independently.
• Must be safety and quality oriented.
• Cannot be allergic to chemical components of plastic materials (refer to MSDS).

Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) required.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous machine operator experience is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

100% of your time is on the manufacturing facility floor. This position requires employee to frequently work in a fluid, fast paced environment. No travel is required in this role.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this job, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, the above is intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Management retains discretion to add or change duties of this position at any time.

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.