Press Operator

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Perforating Press Operator to join our production team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining perforating press equipment to produce precise and high‑quality perforated materials according to customer specifications. The role requires the highest degree of accuracy and performing functions as directed by supervisor. The position entails understanding press operations, shop math, drawings, specifications, and precision measuring instruments.

One will operate all presses on the shop floor, including secondary equipment such as slitters and levelers. Exercising good judgment for planning, performing tasks, and making practical decisions is necessary. The position requires working independently with minimal supervision, following company policies and safety program, bending, standing, pushing/pulling, and lifting a reasonable amount of weight. In addition, the individual will maintain legible paperwork such as inspection sheets, historical forms, and all other departmental forms.

A clean working area must always be maintained.

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Set up and operate perforating press equipment, ensuring optimal performance and output.
• Follow daily planning and work schedule as defined.
• Monitor machine operation, making adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished products for accuracy, quality, and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain shop tooling fixtures.
• Work from verbal instructions together with the production support team.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to all safety regulations and company policies.
• Record production data and complete required documentation.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and meet production deadlines.
• Participate in Lean continuous improvement activities, a/o reduction of setup times and run times.

• Previous experience as a Perforating Press Operator or in a related role in manufacturing or metalworking.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting press machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and measuring equipment.
• Basic math skills for measuring, calculating, and verifying specifications.
• Able to handle multiple tasks; job requires operating multiple machinery and/or processes.
• Motivated, collaborative, and exercise good judgment to perform and make practical decisions.
• Physical ability to lift a reasonable amount of weight and stand for extended periods.
• Support company goals, ISO standards, and Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Walk (Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl (Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion