Progressive Die Press Operator - Trainee

Here at nVent, we are looking for some great people who want to learn a new trade to eventually become a Progressive Die Press Operator. If you have some experience in manufacturing, ideally operating some type of manufacturing machinery and desire to learn more and advance your career with a great organization, then this Progressive Die Press Operator - Trainee role could be for you!

In this trainee role, you will learn to:

• Set up and operate heavy-duty power press to bend, form, stretch and straighten a variety of products such as plates, extrusions, structural shapes, etc as specified by blueprints, layout, and templates.
• Plan sequence of operations applying knowledge of materials.
• Perform duties required to assist in the setup and operation of multiple automatic and/or multi-slide presses simultaneously for a variety of stamping products.
• Work from drawings, route sheets, schedules, written, and verbal instructions.
• Check material for correct size and type, load coils, adjust uncoiler and material rollers.
• Assist with set-up of complicated Progressive Dies, movable and stationary forming blocks, adjust stroke and feed as needed.
• Use micrometers, calipers, scales, and fixed gauges to check work in process and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Move materials in the performance of duties using lift truck or crane as necessary. This will involve in-house training and certification on both Power Industrial Truck (PIT) and overhead crane.
• Install and check safety devices as needed for specific jobs.
• Report faulty equipment, defective material and unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or directed, which may require more than the normal shift hours or work week to meet company needs.

What you bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years Manufacturing experience, with some experience operating general manufacturing machinery
• Ability to work in a fast-paced; multi-tasking environment and meet operational deadlines
• Are self-motivated with strong troubleshooting skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills

​Physical and Environmental Abilities

• Bend, squat down, and reach above your head
• Climb stairs and ladders
• Lift and carry at least 25 pounds
• Work in confined spaces

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day.

At nVent, we connect and protect a more sustainable and electrified world with inventive electrical solutions. We’re a nearly $3 billion high-performance electrical company with a dedicated team of 10,000+ people at more than 130 sites around the world. Our solutions deliver value to industrial, commercial, residential, energy and infrastructure customers, providing mission critical solutions that improve performance, lower costs and reduce downtime.

We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions that connect and protect mission critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, RAYCHEM, SCHROFF and TRACER.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Work Location: In person