Press Operator

Press Operator I

Full-time | Permanent

Hourly | Onsite | 2nd Shift

We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role.

Hobson & Motzer is now part of Vantedge Medical. Vantedge Medical is the premier metals‑based med‑tech solutions partner from concept to full‑scale manufacturing. We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams work in unison, collaborating and problem‑solving to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) around the globe.

Making a difference in the lives of patients and their families drives us to go above and beyond every day. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we take immense pride in the work we do – and have a lot of fun doing it. Hobson & Motzer is a vertically integrated manufacturer of precision metal components and assemblies serving the needs of the medical device market and other advanced industries.

We operate two manufacturing plants with primary operations—and headquarters—centrally located in Durham, CT; our Advanced Manufacturing Center is just a few miles away in Wallingford, CT.

Join an organization that has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services and solutions in the industry.

This position effectively operates a variety of power presses and associated equipment to manufacture metal components according to established standards and customer specifications, and completes in‑process inspection.

• Operate presses per M.O.I.'s and maintain accurate production records.
• See the supervisor for additional assignments daily; operate multiple machines whenever possible.
• Perform the daily P.M. checklist prior to press start‑up.
• Verify all safety devices are activated and all guards are in place before running the press.
• Follow established strip start procedures to minimize the risk of damage to dies and ensure strips are positioned properly prior to cycling the press.
• Accurately inspect parts at predetermined intervals for visual and dimensional requirements following procedures established by Quality Assurance and/or Engineering.
• Properly package and label product containers per procedures.
• Follow procedures to ensure timely movement of parts within the facility.
• Properly dispose of scrap in designated containers.
• Maintain product identification and traceability by accurately completing required paperwork (Followers, Inspection Ticket, etc.).
• Accurately enter labor hours into MES and monitor personal time and attendance weekly.
• Support team activities.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment by following 6S standards.
• Follow all H&M procedures and policies.
• Use the required PPE per JHAs and Job Description. Protective footwear must comply with ASTM F2413 & F2412.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities, including the Idea System.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• High School or Technical School Diploma, or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• 6 to 12 months of related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Able to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to do basic math in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work overtime and Saturdays as needed.