Press Operator

3883 Delor St St Louis, MO · On-site

About this role

Press Operator Position Overview
The press operator is responsible for operating all of the equipment in the area. Candidates are considered top of their field by being able to successfully troubleshoot all equipment tied to cell and use their expertise to solve problems and eliminate scrap, rework, and downtime. Should be actively involved in Continuous Improvement within the area to promote safety, quality, throughput. Trains all lower-level operators. May serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
 
Press Operator Essential Functions
  • Operate all machinery in a safe manner.
  • Must be able to run product at desired rate.
  • Should be actively involved in Continuous Improvement within the area to promote safety, quality, throughput, and the addition of any new equipment.
  • Help setup with changeover of cell Perform intermediate adjustments on machinery to assure a quality part is being made.
  • Trains all lower-level operators
  • Inspect finished parts for gauge thickness, defects, and proper fit up.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Press Operator Required Experience
  • Previous experience of machine operator.
  • Intermediate ability to troubleshoot equipment.
  • Mechanical aptitude required.
  • Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 8-12 hours a day.
  • Must be able to read, follow detailed instructions and understand English.
  • Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes.
  • Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures – detect defects.
  • Must follow all safety policies and procedures.
  • Ability to read and work with blueprints, building and repair tooling and dies.
  • Ability to train, coordinate, communicate effectively with all departments.
  • Able to troubleshoot and manipulate programs.
Press Operator Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 
  • The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts.
  • Frequently required lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds.
  • Frequently required standing, bending, squatting, and reaching with hands and arms.
  • Regularly required to stand for extended periods, walk, talk, and hear.
  • Ability to use hand tools. 
  • Ability to read applicable instructions.
Company Overview 
At Thunderbird, the collaborative relationship with our parent and partner companies allows us to better serve our customers – now and in the future. The Thunderbird family of American Manufacturing companies is driven by a mission to provide superior products and services, from prototype to delivery. Our dedicated leadership team's enduring vision is to hold and grow our companies to meet the higher needs of our global customers. We are guided by the unified pursuit of excellence, teamwork, and innovation. Thunderbird enables people to grow, companies to soar, and customers to succeed.
 
Benefits
  • 401(k) with matching program.
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays
Thunderbird is a drug and smoke free work environment and promotes safe work conditions.
 

 

Company at a glance

At Thunderbird, we are committed to taking American manufacturing companies to greater heights. Our dedicated leadership team is actively engaged in building strategic, long-term growth for Thunderbird companies and establishing them in global markets. Our goal is the ever-ascending prosperity of our acquisitions through continuous improvement and capital investments. Driven by our Active Management Process, our companies achieve higher levels of growth and revenue.

When Thunderbird acquires a company, it becomes an integral part of our family. Unlike private equity firms, we invest our own money and actively manage the growth of our companies on a daily basis. Our enduring vision is to hold and grow our companies to meet the higher needs of our global customers. We are guided by the unified pursuit of excellence, teamwork, and innovation.

Thunderbird enables people to grow, companies to soar, and customers to succeed.

Founded1986
Team Size11-50 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryCapital Markets
Location
St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Top Benefits

  • 401(k) With Matching Program
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays

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