Sub Assembly Press Operator

Location: Middlebury

Apply for the Sub Assembly Press Operator role at Lippert
. Overview

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions focused on the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. Our team culture delivers unrivaled customer service, award‑winning innovation, and premium products.

What You Will Get

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, vacation and more.
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring opportunities.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective

This position is primarily responsible for drilling tubes used for upper decks and tube room bar; measuring, plasma cutting and drilling a variety of tubes. A press operator reports to the team leader to ensure daily goals are met.

Essential Functions

• Combine specified designs and measurements to produce appropriate component parts, plasma cut and drill tubes.
• Correctly drill material according to production requirements.
• Rotate positions as necessary within or outside the sub‑assembly department.
• Separate scrap metal from regular trash; keep parts off the floor using racks or shelves.
• Read and use a tape measure.

Other

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in repair work as necessary.
• Maintain and organize the parts area, labeling and bundling extra parts as needed.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices throughout the sub‑assembly area.

Working Conditions

• Work around moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment and conveyor roller lines.
• Work in all seasons, often outside weather conditions.
• Noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and wet work while performing duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to handle problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Competencies

• Work as part of a team to meet company demand.
• Meet production goals and deadlines.
• Basic computer skills to post‑production tags onto the system.
• Clear verbal and written English communication skills.
• Read and process written communications such as measurements, frame prints, directions.
• Demonstrate welding competency and knowledge of welding systems.
• Operate equipment including band saws, plasma cutters, tape measures, industrial drills.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy; maintain professional relationships.
• Operate under physically and mentally stressful situations; adapt to changes.
• Operate a lift truck when necessary.

Physical Demands

The role requires regular standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, handling and climbing. Lifting or moving items over 50 pounds may be required. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and focus adjustment. Personal protective equipment such as work gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, cut‑resistant sleeves, and seasonal gear will be provided. Steel‑toed shoes or boots with metatarsal guards are required additional items.

Position

Type/Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full‑time hourly position. Hours and days are based on production needs; some Saturdays may be mandatory.

Travel

No travel required.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Ability to read and understand basic blueprints.
• Lift truck operator’s license preferred (training available).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Employer EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave‑of‑absence, benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters.

All employment and personnel‑related decisions are based solely on legitimate, job‑related factors such as skill, ability, past performance and length of service. Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each team member. Compliance is required. Violations should be reported to a leader or any member of leadership; those who violate may face disciplinary action up to termination.

Seniority

Level

Entry level.

Employment Type

Full‑time.

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing.

Industries

Automotive.

Know Your Rights.

#J-18808-Ljbffr