Press Operator

ID

2023-9523

# of Openings

4

Department

Production

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10^th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

The Press Setup Operator is a supporting position for the production and quality objectives of Flex n Gate in a highly competitive stamping industry. We use established steel stamping industrial operating procedures and guidelines to achieve these objectives. This position requires pre-planning in advance the status of tooling and materials required for the product of the schedule. To assist in the setting up of the equipment and materials, inspect parts, and obtain a first piece approval of the product. Other duties can be assigned by the supervisor or manager. Operator will be using a computerized process to track appropriate downtimes and production while also tracks inventory and quality of production.

• Operate and handle using established standard operating procedures and guidelines to manufacture and ensure the product meets quality objectives
• Obtain the necessary tooling and materials
• Set up the press, inspect parts, obtain inspection for first piece approval and then run parts based upon directions received, utilizing punch presses.
• Communicate with Production Manufacturing Supervisor of needs or concerns.
• Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Development and Continual Learning
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment
• Communication
• Team Work

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or one year community college would be an asset.
• Some work experience in similar or related position in a manufacturing environment

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 100 lbs.
• Manual dexterity required to use power and hand tools.
• Frequently noisy working environment.
• Overtime as required.

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
• RRSP retirement savings plan
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA.