Press Operator

Portobello Job Description 2023 Revision 1.0

JOB TITLE:

Press Operator

EMPLOYER

Portobello America

DEPARTMENT

Stamp / Press

LOCATION

Baxter, TN

EFFECTIVE DATE

April 21, 2023 Portobello America, part of the Portobello Group in Brazil, with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Baxter, TN, is looking for a Press Technician. Major Functions & Scope Fill In and relief responsibilities for all press operations. Work closely with the Maintenance department and Vendor Technical Support. Performs Quality Checks and Line Inspections. Fills out Daily Production reports accurately and neatly. Assist in training press personnel. Monitors and Adjusts Press department Equipment. Conducts Inventory of Tooling (Moulds and Dies). Maintain equipment or processes and report problems to the Supervisor. Mechanical Aptitude and basic knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems including but not limited to pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical. Compliance to Portobello Policies and Procedures. Follows Standard Operating Procedures for work performed. Keeps the work area safe, clean, and organized. Performs mechanical measurements and various tests on products to verify that all products meet specification. Perform equipment setup and change-over. Operation of Automated manufacturing equipment for the purpose of starting, stopping and adjusting production processes. Operate a forklift for the purpose of maintaining efficient departmental operation. Performs related tasks as necessary. Experience Previous manufacturing/production experience. Competencies Basic math skills, organization skills, detail oriented, and safety conscious. Accurate measuring and record keeping skills. Physical Demands Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, utilize hand, and finger dexterity. Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel and crawl. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and extremely hot or cold weather. Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasionally may lift and/or move more than 25 pounds and/or move up to 25 pounds.