Fin Press Operator

Fin Press Operators will operate mechanical fin press machines to form aluminum and copper fin used in heat transfer coils. The machine operator will be responsible for the regular maintenance of the machine and the production of fins according to the coil production schedule.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Read and understand engineering drawings and instructions. 


• Read and understand bills of materials.


• Figure material and load requirements.


• Read, understand and follow material and load requirements on the fin schedule.


• Log off each load ran on the fin schedule.


• Set up the machine.


• Run fin requirements.


• Disassemble and clean dies and machine.


• Service and lubricate the machine.


• Check work and ensure quality. 


• Contribute to team effort by working with others and accomplishing related functions as needed.


• Complete any task as assigned by the supervisor as needed.


• Comply with government regulations, laws, company policies, and company procedures. 


• Work overtime as necessary.


• Attend work as required.


• Arrive for work on time.


• Charge time accurately in time and attendance system on the computer to ensure accurate labor distribution and payroll.


• Follow manufacturing instructions, work by oneself without constant supervision, be self-motivated, and complete job assignments on time.


• Care for tools and equipment. Advise maintenance of equipment that is not working properly.


• Clean work area as required.

Education & Experience: A high school level of education is desired for this position in order to continue upward advancement in the company. The employee must be able to understand directions from superiors.
 

Skills: Effective communications skills, good listening skills ability to read and comprehend written instructions, basic mathematical skills, ability to control operations of equipment or system, monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals or organization to make improvements or take corrective action, good people skills in order to work in teams with others in the organization. 

Certificates, Licenses, or training: forklift license, on-site training

1 – Beginning level fin press operator meets minimal quality standards, needs more time to complete work than estimated for the job

2 – Proficient level fin press operator meets quality standards, able to complete work within estimated hours for the job

3 – Proficient level fin press operator meets quality standards, able to complete work in less time than estimated for the job 

Reports to Coil Shop Supervisor. Must be able to accurately receive, understand and follow instructions from supervisor. It is essential that the employee be able to work with all employees of the RAE team and show a spirit of cooperation with others in the organization. To accomplish this teamwork, it is important that the employee be able to get along well with coworkers and be willing to ask and answer questions as needed. 

Work is performed in an industrial production area where the employee is constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is high in some areas and hearing protection is required. Exposed to extreme temperatures in both winter and summer. Possible stress caused by the pressure of meeting deadlines, product quality standards, and seasonal increases in workload based on production demands.

Fin press
 Hand Tools

Power Tools

Drill

Bench Grinder

Jib Crane

Forklift

Floor Jack

Safety Glasses

Gloves
 Computer

Earplugs

Computer

Physical Demands 

Lift/Carry 

Stand 

C

Walk 

C

Sit 

O

Handling / Fingering 

C

Reach Outward 

N

Reach Above Shoulder 

O

Climb 

O

Crawl 

N

Squat or Kneel 

C

Bend 

C

Twist

C

10 lbs or less 

F

11-20 lbs 

F

21-50 lbs 

C

51-100 lbs *

F

Over 100 lbs *

O

Push/Pull 

12 lbs or less 

O

13-25 lbs 

O

26-50 lbs 

N

51-100 lbs 

N

*Evaluate if assistance is needed.

N (Not Applicable) 

Activity is not applicable to this occupation. 

O (Occasionally) 

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day) 

F (Frequently) 

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly) 

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day) 

Other Physical Requirements:  Sustained use of eyesight for functions such as visual inspection, reading, measuring, and operating hand tools, along with the ability to see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision) in order to maintain employee safety, feeling physical attributes such as size, shape or sharpness of an object, grasping or applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm, auditory capabilities in order to hear if your machine isn’t running properly. 

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. 

RAE Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 EEO/AA M/F/V/D