Press Operator Fisher Dynamics is the automotive industry's premier supplier of safety – critical seat structures and mechanisms. Steeped in a tradition of excellence, and rooted in automotive innovation, the Fisher story is filled with automotive manufacturing milestones. We bring design, engineering, and manufacturing vehicle seating systems to a new level with innovative thinking. We're about cutting edge ideas. We have created an environment that encourages an uninterrupted flow of revolutionary concepts and unique ideas. Fisher Dynamics is currently seeking a Press Operator on 2nd shift for our Sterling Heights, MI facility. The position is responsible for loading, setting up, and operating stamping presses to run production and produce quality output. The department is structured as a formal team, and requires the ability to work within the team.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- Operate coil fed stamping presses, and use hand tools, metrology equipment, cranes, and plasma cutters.
- Assist Die Setters with die changes
- Check parts and document results to verify and record quality
- Perform troubleshooting activities to presses
- Perform basic housekeeping to keep area clean and safe, including scrap containers
- Various other duties as required by the department
- Park parts and use hi-lo to move material
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience: Three to five years' experience running coil fed progressive presses preferred
Skills:
Ability to follow established procedures, strong attention to detail and multi-tasking ability, knowledge of IATF16949 quality standards, must be able to operate stamping press, use hand tools, overhead crane and gauges, problem solving and troubleshooting using creativity and past practice, communication skills to communicate and interact with all levels of employees, ability to work effectively with people Computer skills and math skills sufficient to perform department related tasks are required
Licensure: Valid hi-lo permit required, overhead crane is a plus
Safety: Safety glasses and hearing protection required. Other safety equipment required on an as needed basis
Work Environment:
Working environment and physical requirements of this position are those typical of a manufacturing environment. Job requires very frequent visual effort and concentration, and the ability to move throughout the plant. The ability to lift 40 pounds is required. The work requires regular standing, moving about, and involves a variety of physical activities.
