Press Operator

Feintool is a global leader in fine blanking and high-precision metal forming technologies serving the automotive and industrial manufacturing sectors. Feintool Tennessee operates high-tonnage stamping press equipment in a fast-paced production environment and is committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence. If you are someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work, thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and wants to be part of a company that invests in its people, we’d love to meet you.

• Position Summary

  The Stamping Press Operator is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and starting stamping presses to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role requires strong knowledge of stamping processes, die setups, press parameters, and quality verification prior to and during production runs.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Perform stamping press setups and die changeovers, including die installation, alignment, and adjustment
  • Set and verify press parameters such as tonnage, stroke, speed, feed, and lubrication
  • Conduct trial runs and validate part quality before releasing presses to production
  • Troubleshoot stamping press or die‑related issues during setup and startup
  • Monitor initial production runs to ensure quality and process stability
  • Read and interpret setup sheets, blueprints, and work instructions
  • Coordinate with Tool & Die, Maintenance, and Quality teams to resolve setup or quality issues
  • Use the Company’s quality control procedures of non‑conforming products to prevent defective product from reaching our customers
  • Environmental responsibilities including applying the 5S principles (sort, straighten, shine, sustain and standardize)
  • Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and PPE requirements
  • Maintain accurate setup documentation and production records
  • Requires dependable attendance per Company Attendance policy
• Qualifications

  Required:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 3+ years of experience as a stamping press operator with setup responsibilities
  • Strong understanding of stamping dies, material flow, and press operations
  • Ability to read blueprints and setup documentation
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

  Preferred:

  • Experience with high-tonnage mechanical, hydraulic, or servo stamping presses
  • Automotive or high-volume metal manufacturing experience
  • Basic knowledge of press controls, sensors, and safety systems
  • Forklift or overhead crane certification
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, and kneel for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work safely around stamping press equipment

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Shift differentials and overtime opportunities (if applicable)
• Advancement opportunities within stamping operations and skilled trades
• Monthly Bonus
• Medical with FSA
• Vision
• Free basic life, STD, LTD
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid personal days
• 401k with 100% match on first 3% and 50% match on next 2%
• $100 reimbursement on safety glasses and shoes
• Free uniforms after 90 days
• $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
• Annual Holiday party
• Anniversary awards
• Shift Premium: 2nd $1.25, 3rd: $2.00

Qualified candidates please send your resume by email to:

Feintool Tennessee 2930 Old Franklin Road, Antioch, TN 37013