Punch Press Operator

Job Summary This position will perform operating duties and contribute to the department as directed by supervisor. Job Responsibilities Plan and perform all required duties to set up any capacity punch, mechanical or hydraulic press to perform a wide range of complicated, and at times, unusual blanking, drawing, embossing, bending, punching, piercing and similar press operations on a wide variety of sheet metal parts of various metals (setups may be difficult involving the use of progressive, compound, complex forming and deep drawing dies Check setup to insure tightness of all clamps and bolts Inspect first piece and make any required operational adjustments Instruct operator in proper procedures and methods, safety procedures and other matters affecting his work Determine cause of faulty operation and take necessary steps to correct; perform a variety of similar or associated duties as required or directed As necessitated by workloads or other conditions, or as directed, operate any press on special or production work Detect and report all defective materials, improper operation, and unusual conditions to proper supervision Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition Follow prescribed or standard safety regulations Other duties as assigned Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent