We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Press Operator to join our automotive manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating various press equipment, including press brake machines, CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, and CNC programming tools. This role requires mechanical aptitude, proficiency in blueprint reading, and experience with manufacturing and machining processes. The Press Operator will ensure high-quality production standards while maintaining safety and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process.
Pay Rate: $22/hour - $25/hour (based on experience)
Shifts: Days 7am - 3pm, Afternoon 3pm - 11pm, Nights 11pm - 7am. (must be flexible to work all shifts)
Duties
- Run press to produce quality stamped parts using safe work practices.
- Check and ensure the quality of stamped products from press. Sort or rework as required.
- Complete associated paperwork/documentation.
- Handle materials at end of press, assuring that customer specified standard packs and bins are used.
- Keep work area clean and organized, including equipment, controller, fixtures and surrounding floor space.
- Ensure a housekeeping audit of the press area and equipment is completed at the beginning of each shift.
- Set up and operate press machine to produce specific automotive components.
- Check product for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications outlined by the customer.
- Clean and lubricate equipment.
- Responsible for low scrap levels.
- Check parts coming off press using checking fixtures.
- Set up preparation including cleaning the bolster and removing scrap chute.
- Work on hand transfer dies.
- Ensure and maintain a tidy and organized work space.
Qualifications
- Proven experience operating press brake machines, CNC laser cutting, plasma cutting, CNC milling machines, CNC lathe, or similar manufacturing equipment
- Prior work experience operating metal stamping presses.
- Familiarity with tag out/lock out procedures.
- Good understanding and knowledge of press shop equipment.
- Ability to collect and enter data on in-process inspection sheets.
- Well-developed understanding of the use of gauge and checking fixtures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent English skills both oral and written.
- Experience with welding, assembly, and the use of hand tools required
- Basic math skills necessary for measurements and calculations during machining processes
- Familiarity with quality inspection techniques using calipers and other measurement tools
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment within a fast-paced production setting
This position offers an opportunity for skilled individuals to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment where precision and safety are paramount.
Please apply directly to the ad to be considered.