Press Operator In Training

Position: Press Operator In Training (Day)

Location: San Marcos, TX

Job :550

# of Openings:0

Job Title: Press Operator

Reports to: Production Supervisor

We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.

The Press Operator in Training (O.I.T) is a hands‑on role responsible for learning magnet press operations while ensuring safety, quality, and consistent production output. This position serves as a role to grow into an advanced operator role , supporting the qualified operatorsand Production Supervisor by providing daily operational assistance, learning troubleshooting and diagnostics, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and production standards.

• Competitive Base
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan and match program
• Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Company Paid Holidays

At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

• Learn and assist in the setting up, operating, and optimizing magnet press equipment, including die alignment, pressure settings, and cycle times to meet required magnet properties.
• Developing a foundational understanding of press operation, powder handling, and compaction processes.
• Learning to monitor and identify issues such as uneven powder distribution, pressure fluctuations, or equipment malfunctions.

• Receiving work priorities and daily direction from the shift lead or supervisor.
• Participating actively in training, coaching, and mentoring from senior Press Operators on standard work, safety requirements, quality expectations, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Focusing on skill development and mastering standard manufacturing work.
• Communicating effectively with Operators, Team Lead, Production Supervisors,Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to address issues and maintain production flow.

• Learning to inspect pressed magnets for size, shape, density, and magnetic strength to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Developing skills to make basic machine adjustments to maintain consistent quality and reduce scrap.
• Learning to diagnose/report common and complex press issues, including jams,misaligned dies, and pressure inconsistencies; escalat as needed.

• Performing routine and preventive maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and inspection of press components.
• Assisting Operators in the identifying wear or potential failures and coordinating timely repairs with Maintenance.
• Maintaining accurate production and quality records, including batch numbers,pressures, cycle times, and inspection results.

• Modeling and enforcing adherence to all safety protocols, including PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and audit-ready press area.
• Promoting a strong safety culture and proactively addressing unsafe conditions or behaviors.

• Has a High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Has 1 year of manufacturing experience, including press operation or similar precision equipment.
• Can exhibit a strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine operation principles.
• Can read and interpret work instructions, technical specifications, and quality requirements.
• If proficient in basic math related…