Press Operator I - Day Shift *1,000 Sign On Bonus

About the role

Since 1982, Sigma Engineered Solutions has grown from one plant in India to 13 locations worldwide, evolving from a low‑voltage electrical supplier to a global provider of highly engineered metal components, including machined parts and precision metal stampings. The Press Operator I operates stamping presses and performs secondary operations to complete work orders, ensuring parts meet quality standards by following procedures, conducting inspections, maintaining supplies, and supporting efficient production flow.

At Sigma Engineered Solutions the vision is to be the global partner of choice by exceeding customer expectations. Team members are expected to exemplify honesty and integrity, be customer‑focused, strive for continuous improvement, be courageous and trustworthy, be committed to teamwork, be socially and environmentally responsible, and act proactively in the best interest of all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Press Operation – Operates assigned stamping press and related equipment per SOPs; performs secondary operations as required; adds stamping lubricant to reservoirs and empties waste oil into approved containers.
• Quality Inspection – Performs visual inspections for defects (slug marks, malformed parts, damaged components); conducts required checks (camber, twist, hard gauge, insertion force, withdrawal force); records results on QIP Inspection Data Sheet.
• Production Documentation – Completes paperwork (work order travelers, lot/reel labels, box content forms, machine maintenance records); verifies reel/lot counts and applies identification labels.
• Material Handling and Workstation Maintenance – Maintains supplies at each machine; changes reels/boxes; moves finished goods to warehouse; empties slug pans at least once per shift and after each work order; keeps work area clean and organized.
• Safety and Productivity – Follows safety procedures and PPE requirements; manages time to maximize output and minimize downtime; performs packaging duties for loose‑piece products as needed.
• Other Duties – Follows safe work practices, keeps area clean, performs related duties as assigned, adheres to documented policies, Employee Handbook, Local Work Rules, and Code of Conduct.

Requirements

• Experience using basic hand tools, measuring tools, or production equipment (a plus).
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, safety procedures, and production documentation.
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and willingness to learn press operations and quality inspection techniques.
• Preferred: prior manufacturing or machine‑operation experience.
• Preferred: mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a fast‑paced, production‑oriented environment.

Skills

• Basic hand and measuring tool operation.
• Reading and following work instructions and safety procedures.
• Reliability and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn press operations and quality inspection.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment.