Press Operator

Location

Saint Paul, MN | United States

Job description

Summary: Form plastic products using thermoforming presses, build required molds and trim sign faces

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Read and understand orders and drawings. *

1. Read and use tape measure accurately. *

1. Able to build molds and has excellent knowledge of mold building techniques. *

1. Able to set up sectional molds proficiently. *

1. Able to set up embossed faces and patterns such that they correctly register on the sign face. *

1. Trim sign faces accurately and proficiently. *

1. Ensure that all work orders are turned in daily and that material used and time spent on jobs are accurately accounted for. *

1. Able to conduct daily business without supervision. *

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and up to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have strong knowledge of industry color code schemes and painting concepts.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Math Ability:

Ability to apply basic math and geometry concepts to calculate figures such as length, height & width and area, ability to calculate proportions and percentages and the ability to convert units of measure such as feet to inches or fractions to their decimal equivalent.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve complex practical problems encountered in a custom manufacturing environment where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a basic understanding of how computers are used in a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and climb or balance.

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Salary

$20 - $24 per hour