Press Operator (2nd Shift)

Schedule

Second Shift: Monday – Friday; 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM. Second Shift Premium: $5.00/hour (available for full‑time roles).

Summary

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager in‑charge, the Press Operator sets up, adjusts, prepares, and operates multiple punch presses and drill & tap machines within the department, on a diversified line of products having close dimension, contour, or other requirements. The Press Operator will have the ability to manually or by overhead crane or forklift move sheet and coil stock to storage racks, workstations, or move finished parts to the next operation, or obtain assistance with doing so.

Responsibilities

• Operate press after set‑up is complete, including presses utilizing automatic feeds.
• Align and secure dies, set stop gauges, stripper, knockout, ejecting, and safety devices on drill and punch presses, including hydraulic.
• Set and adjust mechanical grip feeders and servo feeders in accordance with stroke cycles.
• Unload incoming sheet and coil from open and closed trucks using overhead crane or forklift.
• Inspect raw materials and ensure completion of quality inspection paperwork and timely, accurate entry of data into the current business operating system.
• Assist with set‑ups, set stop gauges, stripper, knockout, ejecting, and safety devices on punch presses and drill & tap equipment.
• Suggest adjustments to mechanical grip feeders and servo feeders in accordance with stroke cycles.
• Check first runs and subsequent pieces using measuring equipment, gauges, or samples.
• Follow direction regarding job hazards associated with operation and material handling.
• Maintain an organized work environment based on 5‑S principles: Sort, Scrub, Standardize, Set in Order, and Sustain.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade‑school coursework or sanctioned apprenticeship is typically expected.
• 2–5 years of related experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to accurately scan labor, verify labor, and provide corrections.
• Ability to operate overhead crane, aerial lift, forklift, hand trucks, and assigned machines when applicable.
• Ability to measure (using ruler, tapes, height gauge, micrometer) and count accurately.
• Ability to identify material sizes, lengths, dimensions, metal type, etc.
• Ability to read and write English, follow verbal and written instructions, and perform basic math including fractions.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work with moderate supervision.
• Knowledge of punch press tooling and dies, or ability to obtain such knowledge via on‑the‑job training.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, climb ladders, balance, and move about the facility.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds on an occasional basis.