Press Operator - 1st Shift

Machine Operator - Cortex

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and construction industries worldwide. Headquartered in western Massachusetts, OMG is an equal-opportunity employer prioritizing the safety of our employees and customers. The company values integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, commitment , and a passion for excellence. OMG is a global company operating manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota.

Position Overview

OMG currently operates in two Divisions: OMG Roofing Products and FastenMaster®. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value-added components for the commercial roofing industry. The FastenMaster Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium quality wood-to-wood fasteners that are engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier. Our Machine Operator - Cortex produces world-class products for OMG using safe machine operating techniques and effective lean manufacturing principles. This key position configures and operates stamping presses to produce parts according to specifications and Kanban card requirements. The Machine Operator - Cortex must be a team player and committed to delivering only the best quality to our customers.

Position Responsibilities

  • Promote Safety as the Number One priority of all OMG employees.
  • Set up presses, observe machine operation, and inspect work product to ensure machining conforms to specifications.
  • Read job orders for product and job specifications such as calibrations, dimensions, tolerances, parts to be run, or special manufacturing instructions.
  • Select and adjust press controls and tooling to conform to the production run sheet, including speeds and feed rates.
  • Perform routine lubrication and preventative maintenance inspections as required.
  • Assist other Stamping Operators to set up the machine, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished work pieces.
  • Maintain a neat and well-organized work area.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience in a stamping press, turret or punch press operation preferred.
  • Capable of using standard tools and measurement devices such as scales and rulers.
  • Ability to interpret safety instructions, job orders, quality specifications, and other related documents.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong math and mechanical reasoning skills.
  • Ability to contribute as part of a team.
  • Positive attitude, good judgment, and excellent time management skills.
  • Positive can-do attitude.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in high noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices.
  • Manual material handling involving the need to grip, squeeze, and pinch.
  • The position requires the ability to regularly stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and regularly lift/push/pull/carry up to 50

Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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