Industrial Press Operator

Industrial Press Operator

About the job

RHI Magnesita is seeking a dynamic Industrial Press Operator in York, PA. Our Industrial Press Operator runs a heavy tonnage hydraulic press and robotic system that supports the production brick manufacturing process. The presses are the first step in creating our molded brick products.

Starting Rate

$24.56 HR + $1.50 shift differential / $1.60 weekend differential

Experienced Starting Rate

$28.48 - 5+ years of Heavy Industrial Manufacturing experience.

Following a probationary period, our team members can test into advanced pay levels where the average pay for a Production position is: $29+

2nd & 3rd shift positions are available; our schedules require some scheduled work during weekends.

The Industrial Press Operator tasks will include:

• Keeping Safety as a top Priority.
• Operate heavy tonnage hydraulic press including setting die/mold in place properly, follow press set up instructions carefully and accurately, ensure robotic systems are set up and in good working order, and perform scheduled preventative maintenance on the press or robotic systems as instructed.
• Safely maintain a constant rate of production and alert other departments if there is a need for shut down, delay or maintenance on the press.
• Follow charts, schedules, data sheets and instructions carefully and accurately for production orders, product specifications, maintenance, systems checks, quality guidelines and data entry into our electronic production management system.
• Accurately record production completion times, piece counts, brick weights, and delay times for each shift

About you

• Our most successful candidates have mechanical aptitude and experience. Experience working on mechanical equipment like major auto repairs, motor repair or installation is ideal for this position.
• Working in a heavy industrial environment where the assigned duties were in a fast-paced work environment that will be inside or outside in hot, cold and dirty working environments.
• Experience working with heavy tonnage hydraulic presses is a plus.
• Strong mathematical and mechanical aptitude including the ability to read and understand blueprints or similar schematics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as we work in teams in this department.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and strongly prefer training with mechanical systems or motors from an accredited institution or on the job training from another employer.

What we bring to the table

As a much-valued employer:

• We offer you a varied and challenging role within the world market leader that is driving positive change
• We give you the opportunity to take part in shaping the future of the industry leader in innovative technology
• Amazing benefits: paid time off, paid holidays, company discounts, 401K with full company match up to 6%, comprehensive medical/ dental/ vision coverage, fitness membership reimbursement, company paid Life Insurance and long/short term disability.

About RHI Magnesita

RHI Magnesita is the result of the combination of RHI and Magnesita to form the global leading supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and services. With more than 14,000 employees across more than 40 countries and 3.1 billion in revenues we are the driving force of the refractory industry. Do you want to know more? Check out www.rhimagnesita.com