Job Description:

• 1) Sets up and operates power press to trim, punch, shape, notch, draw, or crimp metal, composite, or plastic stock: Assembles, installs, and aligns dies in press according to specifications, using feelers, shims, templates, bolts, clamps, and wrenches.

• 2) Adjusts ram stroke to specified length.

• 3) Positions workpiece against fixtures or stops on machine bed or on die.

• 4) Starts press and observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.

• 5) Inspects workpieces for conformance to specifications, visually or using gauges or templates, and adjusts machine to correct errors.

• 6) May clean and lubricate machines.

• 7) May be designated according to type of machine as Multiple-Punch-Press Operator I; or by function of machine as Draw-Press Operator; Forming-Press Operator I; Straightening-Press Operator I; Stretching-Press Operator.