Punch Press Operator; West Bend 3rd shift
Listed on 2026-01-15
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator
Punch Press Operator (West Bend) 3rd shift
Job Location s
US-WI-West Bend
Job
# of Openings1
Category Manufacturing
Type Regular Full-Time
OverviewReporting to the Production Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible for the daily setup and operation of Cincinnati and Amada hydraulic CNC controlled punch presses in a just-in-time fabrication shop with some assistance provided. The Punch Press Operator may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required. Position is 3rd shift working Sunday through Thursday 10pm to 6am.
Responsibilities- Set up and operate both a manual and hydraulic press or punch for routine established work.
- Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
- Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor/lead.
- Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
- Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
- Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
- Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
- Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
- Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
- Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level
- Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
Strong orientation towards quality, safety and continuous improvement.
Education and/or Experience
- Must have strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic set up is desired.
- Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
- Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
- Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
- Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
- Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
- Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
- Ability to work well in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
- Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
- Work in an efficient and timely manner
- Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently
- Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
- Excellent attendance.
- Previous experience working within a highly technical environment
- Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired
- Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity
Employer:
Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
PM17
Job ExpectationsEquipment Operated:
Forklift, measurement devices, wrenches, screwdrivers and various other hand tools.
Physical Demands
Physical Activity:
Activity
N/A
Occasionally
Frequently
Regularly
Average lbs.
Lift/Carry
25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally
Push/Pull
25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally
Reach Overhead
Comments: Magnet assist for lifting.
Climb
Squat/Bend/Kneel
Sit
Stand
Walk/Move About
Occasional: 1-2 hrs./shift Frequently 2-5 hrs./shift Regularly 5-8 hrs./shif
Work Environment
Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.
Required
Preferred
Job Industries
- Other
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