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Press Operator

KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC
Bowling Green, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Job Title: Press Operator

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Forging

Reports to: Forging Supervisor

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the safe operations of the mechanical forge and mechanical trim die presses. They will complete 100% inspection of all forged pieces for defects and will report NC pieces to Quality or their foreman. All recordable metrics: production, scrap, & downtime will be legibly written down onto the corresponding press paperwork.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Promotes, maintains, and enforces safe and healthy working conditions for themselves and other KAAP employees in accordance with regulatory requirements and Company standards.
  • 100%-part inspection following critical inspection criteria
  • Interval measurements of WIP pieces and record them on the trend paperwork
  • Be able to start, operate, & shutdown 6300T Sumitomo or 5000T Kurimoto press
  • Check and fill any necessary lube or oil tanks using the appropriate material
  • Accurately record all press production, scrap, & downtime on paperwork
  • Communicate fault codes & report any changes in machine condition to maintenance
  • Report any nonconformance to leadership using STOP, CALL, WAIT
  • Other duties as assigned by the Forging Supervisor

Skills & Competencies:

  • Understanding and utilization of 5S concept
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Use of simple tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, pneumatic grinders, etc.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshoot equipment issues
  • Must be able to be certified after 180 hrs. of OJT training
  • Able to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks for extended periods, to include but not limited to lifting, walking, standing, stooping, pulling, and pushing
  • Willing to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations; including wearing personal protective equipment
  • Willing to work in hot/humid, cold, dirty, & noisy industrial environment
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally

Education & Experience:

  • High school degree or GED equivalence
  • 2 yrs. Forging experience preferred

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