What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hot Form Operator - 3rd Shift position at Barnes Group?
Hours: Monday - Thursday 10pm-7:30am, Friday 10pm-6:30am (alternating Friday off)
MUST BE WILLING TO TRAIN ON DAY OR SWING SHIFT
Core Responsibilities:
- Prepares and loads dies into the hot form press according to the router, using die blocks and die pins, and the air nozzle to eliminate debris.
- Adjust temperature, tonnage, and pressure according to the planning, using the planning and the several different gauges on the hot form.
- Prepare material metal sheets, using the work order ensure that the product meets the necessary specifications outlined in the planning.
- Monitor temperature, tonnage, pressure and time according to the router, using the several different gauges on the hot form press.
- Pull metal out of press after allotted time to cool, using pry bars and basic mechanic tools, like wrenches.
- Visually inspect for any imperfections, flaws, pits, and guarding, using micrometers, contour gauges, scales, and other measuring tools to ensure the accuracy of weight, height, and depth of product.
- Use grinding, plasma cutting and welding tools to eliminate any imperfections in the part.
- Assist others in team with lifting, moving and removing of parts when needed.
- Clean area and tools that are used in area. Record all actions in a project in a database and on company approved documentation.
- Learn and adhere to required safety standards and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum one (1) year of a strong manufacturing background.
- Have a thorough knowledge of specifications and the different requirements of all work orders.
- Have general knowledge of complex assemblies.
- Familiar and understands the safety requirements in the hot form arena.
- Understands and able to utilize grinders, a variety of hot form presses, welding equipment, pry bars, shims, air hoes, impact guns, and a variety of mechanic tools.
- Able and willing to be subject to 1100-1700 degrees periodically throughout the day.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time in a PPE suit, helmet and gloves.
- Locate, read and understand process procedures and instructions.
- Understand and utilize MSDS sheets.
- Basic computer and recordkeeping skills.
- Interact and communicate in a professional and effective manner with all levels employees.
- Schedule and organize time and tasks effectively
- Ability to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment
- Strong organizational skills.
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required