What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Knape and Vogt Manufacturing Company?
Are you looking for a new opportunity to work in a Manufacturing environment? Knape & Vogt is looking for a Press Operator to join our industry leading team here in Grand Rapids! Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where you will be recognized and rewarded!
Company Overview:
Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125 years. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers.
Open Positions:
- 1st Shift: (7:00am-3:00pm) $19.00/hr
- Overtime Opportunities Available
Whats In It For You?
- Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more
- Competitive Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401K with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount Programs
- Bonus and Merit opportunities
What Will You Get To Do:
- Operate precision slide/multi-slide or four-slide presses safely and consistently, including starting, stopping, feeding material, and monitoring production
- Assist with performing tooling changes, material changes, adjustments, and machine setups
- Recognize defects such as incorrect bends, dimensional variation, burrs, cracks, scratches, deformation, or other nonconforming conditions
- Monitor the cycle performance, scrap, production quantities, downtime, and quality throughout the run
What Will You Bring:
- Previous press operator experience
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Ability to print and read blueprints
- Previous expereince using using calipers, micrometers, gauges, comparators, and other inspection equipment to verify parts meet specifications
- Basic reading, writing, computer and math skills
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand basic English
- Ability to efficiently work in a high fast paced environment
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. while standing for long periods of time