Stamping Press Operator; -Speed Job De Soto area,Kansas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Stamping Press Operator (High-Speed)

Description

$25-$35/HR | Stamping Press Operator (High-Speed) | (3+ Years Experience)

Soode Kansas Corporation | De Soto, Kansas

If you can set up, run, troubleshoot, and keep high-speed presses performing at a consistently high level, we’d like to talk—join a fast-growing industry supporting EV/battery manufacturing.

What you’ll do:

Set up & run high-speed press equipment
Work with progressive dies & coil systems
Troubleshoot and maintain quality production

What you need:

3+ years high-speed metal stamping experience
Automotive or precision manufacturing background
Strong mechanical skills

Key Responsibilities

Precision Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor high-speed press equipment to achieve optimal throughput and minimal downtime
Process Control & Optimization: Continuously monitor press performance, identify inefficiencies, and make real-time adjustments to maintain production targets
Advanced Setup & Changeover: Interpret work orders, tooling requirements, and production schedules to ensure accurate and efficient setups
Quality Assurance:Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure zero-defect output, Identify and elevate quality concerns proactively to prevent downstream issues
Measurement & Validation: Utilize precision instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, load monitors) to verify conformance to tight tolerances
Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Diagnose mechanical or process issues and implement corrective actions with minimal supervision
Standard Work & Documentation: Follow and contribute to standardized work instructions, ensuring consistency and repeatability
Safety & Compliance:Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and support a culture of accountability and hazard awareness
General Duties: Support additional tasks as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of hands‑on experience in high‑speed metal stamping within a precision or automotive manufacturing environment
Technical Expertise: Advanced experience with high-speed presses, progressive dies, and coil feed systems. Strong understanding of die protection systems, press tonnage, and feed line optimization
Blueprint & GD&T: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tolerances, and geometric dimensioning (GD&T preferred)
Mathematical Proficiency: Comfortable working in both metric and imperial units and strong working knowledge of fractions, decimals, and precision measurement calculations
Continuous Improvement Mindset: Exposure to lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and standardized work

Preferred Skills & Attributes

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to meet production targets while maintaining accuracy
Clear and effective communication skills
Strong safety awareness and adherence to all safety protocols
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Required to wear safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection as designated.

Benefit Provided by the Company:

100% Company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
6% 401(k) company match
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

E-Verify Statement

SOODE Kansas Corporation participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

To learn more about E-Verify, please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

EEO Statement

At Soode Kansas Corporation, diversity is one of our greatest strengths. We believe that different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives drive innovation and growth. We proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

#J-18808-Ljbffr