Y Press Operator

Y Press OperatorThe Y Press Operator is responsible for the completion of customer product requirements on time and with the highest quality within an assigned area while maintaining an environment that focuses on the Knight Material Technologies How We Work Principles of Safety and Compliance, Customer Focus, Respect, Integrity, Problem Solvers, and Teamwork.$3 Potential increase once fully trained at 6 months! $3 Shift Differential for 2nd / 3rd Shifts!Job Title: Y Press OperatorReports to: Production SupervisorNon-Exempt PositionLocation: East Canton, OHResponsibilities:Consistently demonstrates all KMT core values (Safety, Respect, Integrity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving).Safely operates and maintains all equipment in the plant to produce maximum production rates while adhering to safety rules and regulations, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Builds die within specifications once trainedRecognizes difference between bricks that pass and fail quality standardsTrains to trouble shoot common issues.Performs routine checks of equipment and maintains appropriate logs.Performs housekeeping in the plant area to ensure a safe and clean workplace.Makes necessary adjustments to always ensure operations reliability.Performs additional duties as assigned.Requirements:One (1) year heavy duty industrial machinery experienceUnderstands, adheres to, and reinforces safety policiesKiln, Press or Extrusion experiencePreferred Skills and Experience:High School Diploma or GED.Two (2) or more years of manufacturing experience.Press or extrusion experience.Supervisory Responsibilities:NonePhysical Requirements: (With or Without reasonable accommodation)Must be willing and able to squat, bend and lift to 50lbsMust be willing and able to stand and work up to a 10-hour day in a non-climate-controlled facilityWilling and able to work in an environment that can be hot, humid, dusty, and noisy.Must be able to access all areas of the facilityCompetencies:Ensures AccountabilityAction OrientedCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusDecision QualityValues DifferencesBeing ResilientSituational AdaptabilityInstills TrustBenefits: Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and paid parental leave.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.