Danville Forge Maintenance Team Line Operator

Company

thyssenkrupp integrated its Forging & Machining and Undercarriage businesses to start the new business unit Forged Technologies. With roughly 7,000 employees at 18 production sites in seven different countries, thyssenkrupp Forged Technologies has sales of over one billion euros and operates over 50 forging press lines and more than 150 machining and assembly lines in seven countries. The product portfolio includes undercarriage systems for heavy machinery as well as crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons, chassis products, transmission systems and rotor shafts for the automotive industry.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Operate machinery on forge line
• Provide necessary maintenance
• Maintain record of machine downtime and corrective actions

Specific Responsibilities of the Job

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, update and repair malfunctioning plant equipment as well as plant building repairs within capabilities
• Perform routine mechanical or machining maintenance activities on equipment
• Participate in preventative maintenance program based on OEMs (Original Equipment Manuals) for plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities
• Maintain records of daily PM's and readings such as emissions, dust collector, amp on blast wheels, and conductivity for water treat system
• Other responsibilities and projects as specified

Main Press

• Set up and operate press for routine established work
• Select correct tooling for the job task and correctly set up the tools required
• Ensure dies aligned; unclamp and make necessary adjustments
• Monitor 3 robots that accompany the press, especially spray robot that prevents parts from sticking
• Monitor parts as they go through the die to ensure no malfunctions
• Monitor die tonnage
• Maintenance press as necessary
• Report downtime

Heater

• Operate panel to control heat and cycle time
• Run Man-mate Machine

Trim Press

• Monitor product in trim press
• Change tooling as necessary

• Education/Credentials/Certifications
• Industrial Maintenance AAS or equivalent degree

OR

• At least 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting
• Length of Experience
• Previous experience in manufacturing and metal fabrication preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Background in mechanics, electrical, and hydraulics
• Excellent mechanical skills with a focus on clutch/brake presses or other forming presses (hydraulic/mechanical)
• Knowledge of forging aspects, metal flow, and crankshaft design
• Knowledge of robotics and PLC's
• Strong understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley/Siemens), robotics (ABB), and electrical control systems
• Knowledge of fabrication
• Manual skills to operate machines, tools and move parts
• Excellent reasoning and problem solving ability
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools
• Ability to follow step-by-step instructions
• Ability to perform repetitive work
• Ability to cope with change
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication ability
• Excellent reasoning and problem solving ability
• Ability to operate a variety of maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems

• Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any worker to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• In terms of movement, the job may require stooping, reaching, handling, eye/hand/foot coordination, standing, sitting, and walking; and occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, using fingers, feeling, and repetitive motions.
• In terms of vision, the job may require use of near acuity and peripheral vision; and occasional use of far acuity, depth perception, accommodation, and color vision.
• Environmental conditions may include extreme heat, noise, atmospheric conditions, and occasional contact with water or other liquids and vibration.
• Hazards may include proximity to moving, mechanical parts, exposure to electrical components and occasional working in high, exposed places.
• May require Heavy Physical Strength* to Very Heavy Physical Strength*

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements 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.

Hourly Pay Up to $31.00

We offer an outstanding Benefits Package that includes:

• Company Tuition Reimbursement Package. Quarterly Bonus Program.
• 401K Match
• 120 hours of Paid Time Off after completion of Probation Period.
• Competitive wage with a Skill Pay Program that includes a work service credit on relative education and experience.
• Comprehensive medical plans with flexible cost options. We also have a Preventative Healthcare and Medical Program with additional premium discount on medical insurance premiums.
• Dental plans.
• Vision Plans.
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability.
• 11 paid Holidays.
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.

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