Press Operator II

Teijin Automotive Technologies is the world leader in the compounding and manufacturing of lightweight composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry leading benefits. Called BENEfits4U, our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.  

Job Description

We are seeking a Press Operator II for our Teijin Automotive Stamping Plant in Manchester, Michigan.

• Understands presses and die terminology.
• Runs progressive dies.
• Operates reels, cradles, short feed sensors and part detectors.
• Makes minor adjustments to press and feeder.
• Pulls progressive dies out of the press.
• Understands stamping fluids and checks mixture.
• Makes sprayer adjustments.
• Loads programs on the spectrum and adjusts set points on Select Loader Analyzer
• Keeps work area orderly and clean.
• Available to work shift overtime hours as assigned per customer requirements.
• Takes individual responsibility for all aspects of part quality to provide TEIJIN AUTOMOTIVE LLC with the product that conforms to both quality and function requirements.
• Submits ideas to promote continuous improvement, emphasizing defect prevention, and the reduction of variation and waste.
• Uses and follows procedures and work instructions pertinent to tasks assigned.
• Takes individual responsibility for housekeeping in the specific work area and generally throughout the facility.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by following 5S, safety, and environmental standards.
• Support safety functions by communicating with employees of the expectations that they actively participate in safety training, safety meetings and follow safety protocols.
• Responsible for quality of part produced per the operator instructions.
• Knows, understands, utilizes and follows IATF 16949 and/or ISO 14001 procedures.
• Attention to details related to customer specific requirements.
• Supports continual improvement initiatives and look for continuous improvement ideas.

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.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Possession of a current and valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Possession of a current and valid forklift license.

Pay Range (estimates may vary):

$17.25 - $23.81

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, Teijin Automotive Technologies is the place for you!