Progressive Die Press Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description
Founded in 1984, MAT Holdings, Inc. is a privately held $1.9 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers and sourcing offices worldwide in the automotive, fencing, hardware, and power equipment sectors. Headquartered in Long Grove, Illinois we have over 40 factories on three continents, including 2.1 million square feet of U.S. distribution and manufacturing space. We provide our customers with a full range of services including U.S. and overseas engineering, quality assurance, logistic and distribution support, strategic warehousing, bi-lingual sourcing, product development, and marketing. MAT is a family of companies and products providing employment opportunities with more than 14,000 employees in 12 countries.
We look forward to seeing you at MAT Industries!
Job Description
REQUIRED:
Experience setting up and running presses / occasionallyprogressive presses.
2 years experience in operating a Progressive Die 300 to 800 ton press.
Experience inLINK systems automation controls
Follow all safety regulations and encourage co-workers to follow safety regulations.
Follow all company policies and procedures and encourage co-workers to follow company policies and procedures.
Read and interpret blueprints for product specifications.
Conduct quality inspections of work.
Maintain equipment in good working condition and report maintenance and safety concerns.
Conduct repairs, modifications and retrofits on production items.
Provide data to assist in monitoring and tracking project status.
Assist in training of junior employees, inspecting their work.
Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.
Sign off on completed work orders and quality of work.
Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance and repair techniques.
Actively participate in the development of a LEAN manufacturing culture.