Upsetter Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs tooling setup and production operation of forge upsetter, as well as related equipment such as furnace, cranes, tongs, descaler, etc.
• Maintains a safe and clean workspace including areas on and around assigned Upsetter machine, as well as surrounding the work environment within the forge department
• Confirms raw material matches manufacturing order prior to forging
• Updates setup documentation as changes are made
• Immediately communicates relevant updates pertaining to production and upsetter performance including changes to raw material, safety concerns, mechanical errors, or tonnage
• Operates machinery in a safe manner and follows all safety rules

• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience setting up and operating a forging upsetter
• Experience using micrometers, gages and other measuring tools
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts
• Experience and skill in using shop math

Physical Demands:

• Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Climbing ladders and stairs to reach work at potential heights of 15ft or more
• Tolerate high temperatures impacted by weather and machinery
• Acclimate to high noise and vibration levels in work spaces
• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 40 lbs.