Overview

*** $1,000 Sign on/ Stay on Bonus

*** Flexible Scheduling

*** Benefits starting after 30 days

*** On site Health Clinic

*** 401K Match

*** Quarterly Bonuses

SUMMARY

As an employee/owner at MEC, you will set-up, adjust and operate various sizes and types of punch presses to produce parts in accordance with specifications. Set, align and secure dies, set ram stroke, etc. to perform such operations as blank, shear, punch, form, draw, upset etc. in progressive, compound, cam acting or combination dies of complicated design. Set stripper, ejecting and safety devices, mechanical hitch, rook, servo feeds. Program all sensoring and tonnage monitors. Convert multi-purpose dies and improvise standard set-ups for special adaptations when required. Work from drawings and templates. Use measuring instruments incidental to operations. Proceed with a minimum of supervision and direction. Work is subject to process and final inspection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary.

• Selects and aligns dies in press according to specifications.

• Adjusts ram stroke to specified length.

• Positions work piece against fixtures or stops on machine bed or on die.

• Starts press and observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.

• Regulates air pressure and oil pressure.

• Inspects work pieces for conformance to specifications and adjusts machine to correct errors.

• Packages parts in appropriate containers.

• Cleans and lubricates machines.

COMPETENCIES

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.

• Embraces and fosters key elements of MEC’s culture. Understands, demonstrates and seeks to promote MEC Pride. Is viewed a role model of the culture.
• Anticipates and identifies internal or external customer needs. akes action, as needed, to raise customer issues to the proper level. Ensures the delivery of exceptional customer service. Continually searches for ways to increase customer satisfaction.
• Develops new ideas for our products and services. Takes initiative to continuously improve the quality of our products, services or processes. Sets high personal standards and holds self accountable for achieving them. Follows through on commitments. Conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure. Persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Listens carefully and attentively to others. Seeks to understand the perspectives of others. Writes effectively using appropriate grammar, punctuation and syntax. Follows-up and keeps others well informed to ensure effective teamwork.
• Maintains the highest standards of ethics in all business relationships. Builds relationships based on trust, integrity and mutual respect. Values each individual’s uniqueness and point of view. Addresses conflict openly and effectively seeking win-win solutions. Participates actively and constructively as a team player.
• Maximizes productivity by managing time efficiently. Being well organized and using technology wisely. Effectively manages multiple assignments and competing priorities. Actively participates or leads meetings to address business issues.
• Demonstrates the functional knowledge and skills required to perform this specific position effectively (i.e. sales, customer support, research, etc.). Proficient in use of technology skills to effectively perform current position responsibilities.
• Systematically gathers and analyzes all critical information to uncover the underlying cause of a problem. Applies sound logic to reach valid conclusions. Proposes pragmatic solutions to problem situations. Seeks input from others as needed to enhance decision quality. Makes timely and sound decisions. Understands and uses appropriate problem solving tools.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One to three months related experience and/or training is preferred. Experience with air feed, roll feed, and secondary operations, and the ability to do fast setups within the department is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals written in English. Ability to write routing reports and correspondence in English. Ability to speak effectively in English before groups.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to understand and convert to metric. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be able to read blueprints. Should be familiar with inspection equipment such as venire and micrometer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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.

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

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 regularly works near mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.