Press Operator-1st Shift

Press Operator - 1st Shift
#OMG-2719

Job Description

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and other construction industries worldwide. Based in Massachusetts, with manufacturing facilities in Agawam, MA, Addison, IL, and Rockford, MN, OMG is an equal opportunity employer valuing integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, communication, accountability, proactive performance and a passion for excellence!

Position

OMG currently operates in two Divisions: OMG Roofing Products and FastenMaster. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value-added components for the commercial roofing industry. The FastenMaster Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium quality wood-to-wood fasteners that are engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier. Our Machine Operator - Cortex produces world-class products for OMG using safe machine operating techniques and effective lean manufacturing principles. This key position configures and operates stamping presses to produce parts according to specifications and Kanban card requirements. The Machine Operator - Cortex must be a team player and committed to delivering only the best quality to our customers.

Responsibilities

Promote Safety as the Number One Priority of all OMG employees.
Sets up presses, observes operation, and inspects work product to ensure machining conforms to specifications.
Reads job order for product and job specifications such as calibrations, dimensions, tolerances, parts to be run, or special manufacturing instructions.
Selects and adjusts press controls and tooling to conform to production run sheet, including speeds and feed rates.
Performs routine lubrication and preventative maintenance inspections as required.
Observes all safety rules.
Performs routine and preventative machine maintenance.
Assists other Stamping Operators to set up machine, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished work pieces.
Maintains a neat and well-organized work area.
Other duties as directed by Shift Supervisor or Group Leader.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in stamping press, turret or punch press operation preferred.
Capable of using standard tools and measurement devices such as scales and rulers.
Ability to interpret safety instructions, job orders, quality specifications, and other related documents.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Strong math and mechanical reasoning skills.
Ability to contribute as part of a team.
Positive attitude, good judgment and excellent time management skills.
Positive can-do attitude

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in high noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices.
Manual material handling involving the need to grip, squeeze, and pinch.
The position requires the ability to regularly stand for long periods of time.
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and regularly lift/push/pull/carry up to 50

Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range
$21-$24