1st Shift Press Operator
Jobot · Sidney, OH · Yesterday
On-siteManagement$15–$25/hrFull-time
About the company
Founded decades ago and based in Sidney, Ohio, with additional operations supporting aerospace, metal packaging, and precision manufacturing customers nationwide, we are a highly respected manufacturer delivering complex, tight-tolerance components to critical industries. Our team leverages advanced machining technology and a culture of continuous improvement to produce high-quality parts that support some of the most demanding applications in the market.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret manufacturing blueprints and drawings
- Set up new production orders on press equipment
- Adjust tooling and press settings to meet part specifications
- Run production orders through completion
- Perform in‑process checks to ensure parts meet quality standards
- Use basic metrology tools to verify dimensions
- Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area
Requirements
- Education: High School diploma required
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of press operation or closely related manufacturing experience
- Technical Skills: Strong blueprint reading ability; experience setting up and adjusting tooling; operation of basic metrology instruments (calipers, micrometers, rulers, height gauges)
- Math Skills: Ability to work with decimals, fractions, and basic formulas
- Language: Fluent in English with ability to interpret manufacturing documentation
- Problem Solving: Able to troubleshoot production issues independently
- Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, bending throughout shift; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs; strong visual acuity and attention to detail
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience plus shift incentives
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, company-paid life insurance (benefits start day one)
- Disability and voluntary life insurance options
- Collaborative work environment alongside highly skilled machinists in a precision-driven culture
- Clean, organized, safety-first shop environment
- Stable, growing organization serving aerospace and industrial markets
Pay
$15 – $25 per hour
Schedule
- 1st Shift: 6:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Alternate shift: 4:00 pm – 4:30 am, Monday through Thursday