Press Operator

Press Operator Opportunity

Our client, a multi-generation, family-owned manufacturer with a 160+ year legacy, is seeking a Press Operator to run a multi-daylight molded product press at its new Athens-area facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced press or process operator to work with advanced equipment in a brand-new plant while benefiting from the stability and culture of an established family business.

What We Offer:

• The strength of a high-volume, family-owned manufacturer that has grown steadily for more than a century and a half.
• A cutting-edge facility near Athens, described as one of the most advanced plants of its kind.
• The chance to be part of the core press team shaping processes, standards, and best practices from the outset.
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA, and 401(k).
• Recognition for attendance and performance, along with clear opportunities for advancement.
• A culture that values craftsmanship, quality, and safety, with strong support from leadership and engineering.
• Long-term career potential as the facility ramps up production and adds new technical and leadership roles.

If You Have:

• Experience operating multi-daylight presses, hot presses, or similar large-scale production presses.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and follow technical recipes, process specifications, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with statistical process control or other data-driven process adjustment tools.
• Leadership and communication skills to coordinate with assistant operators and support staff.
• Commitment to safety, PPE use, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Physical ability to handle panels, assist with die changes, and work on your feet throughout the shift.

You Will Be:

• Operating and monitoring a multi-daylight door skin press, including loading and unloading panels and controlling press cycles.
• Managing upstream and downstream systems such as refiners, resin systems, dryers, forming lines, and press outfeed to maintain steady flow.
• Maintaining a stable production process according to recipe and specifications, using quality test data and SPC to fine-tune conditions.
• Identifying and correcting production issues quickly to minimize downtime and scrap, and escalating complex problems when needed.
• Performing routine operational maintenance, inspections, and leading safe, efficient die changes.
• Keeping the press area and surrounding equipment clean, organized, and compliant with safety expectations.
• Training and guiding assistant operators and support staff on procedures, best practices, and quality expectations.
• Completing shift logs, downtime reports, process adjustment records, and quality documentation accurately.