Puller Operator: 2nd Shift

The Puller Operator is responsible for operating manual and mechanical pulling equipment to remove tubes from mandrels, ensuring proper documentation and observing all safety procedures. This role involves inspecting tooling and racks, determining the correct pull method, and performing visual inspections.

Requirements

• Inspect tooling and racks for part integrity and consistency.
• Position racks using a pallet jack and ensure appropriate spacing for pulling operations.
• Determine correct pull method (manual or mechanical) based on tube specifications.
• Ensure correct plate installation for mechanical pulling.
• Manually pull tubes according to work instructions.
• Use grinders as needed to relieve bonded mandrels.
• Place tubes in looped carts by part number and mandrels by size in tooling carts.
• Complete necessary paperwork for each job and attach to appropriate materials.
• Perform visual inspections and report non-conforming materials to team lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Clean racks post-operation, including breaking and removing cured resin, swabbing with alcohol, and documenting resin weight.
• Monitor and achieve established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as production output, quality standards, efficiency, and safety compliance, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with company goals.
• Keep work area clean and organized to prevent safety hazards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.