Skilled Press Operator

About the role

We are looking for a Skilled Press Operators to join our team on 2nd (2pm-10pm OR 3pm-11pm) and 3rd (10pm-6am) shift. The Press Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating the mechanical press, inspecting parts and assembling for quality per blueprints and manufacturing specifications. Named to Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work for in America list four times, and with a people first philosophy rooted in The Golden Rule, Worthington Industries provides a safe and rewarding work environment. We put our people first and operate under the guiding principle of the Golden Rule - treating others the way we would want to be treated. We have a team-oriented culture with development opportunities and the ability for individuals to grow within our organization.

Benefits

• Compensation starts at $26.50/hour plus $1.50/hr shift differential (for 2nd/3rd shifts)
• Sign-on bonuses totaling $3,000
• Access to low-cost medical benefits package on Day 1
• Accelerated career growth – promotion from within and frequent development opportunities on and off the plant floor
• Onsite gym and barber shop

Responsibilities

• Monitors and measures parts coming off the press to ensure they are within required specifications
• Makes adjustments such as adjusting and tightening hold down bolts, die springs and pins; adjusts straightening rolls, guides, feeder roll pressure, feed length to maintain quality of parts
• Monitors continuous operation of press for proper feed of material from roll feed equipment into die
• Loads coil material and threads through roll feed equipment
• Makes repairs and preventative maintenance for proper machine care
• Maintains operation of parts washer and lube tank
• Observes all safety rules
• Supports team objectives
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be able to perform lockout and tagout
• Able to perform quality checks with dial calipers
• Maintain press operations
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Forklift license required

About the team

We are a value-added partner to customers, featuring a wide variety of highly engineered products across Tools, Outdoor Living, and Celebrations. At our Chilton, WI facility we produce handheld torches and propane tanks which are essential for camping adventure and DIY projects.