Press Operator

Description

ResourceMFG is currently hiring for a Press Operator in Lexington, KY

Pay: $19.70 per hour

Shifts: 1st Shift 7:30AM to 4:00PM

Job Description

As a press operator, you will play a crucial role in the manufacturing process by operating and maintaining progressive die-stamping presses and thread tappers. The primary responsibility will be to set up, adjust, and operate multiple presses and tappers to produce precision parts for our customers. This position will be working with various materials and following strict guidelines to ensure the quality and accuracy of the stamped product.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety, health and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices
• Prepare press line by installing dies, adjusting settings, and ensuring proper alignment
• Safely operate stamping presses and tappers, monitor machine performance, and make real time adjustments to maintain product quality and deadlines
• Load steel coils onto uncoiler/payoff and move finished product to staging area using forklift
• Conduct frequent quality checks to ensure stamped parts meet precise dimensional and visual standards, making necessary adjustments as required
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on the press lines, including cleaning and lubrication
• Troubleshoot and address any machine/die malfunctions or production issues promptly
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of industrial experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Experience with operating a forklift
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Effectively communicate in a professional demeanor when dealing with the public or any level of employees
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills and possess communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work overtime

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• The physical demand described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel, talk, or hear; and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee could be exposed to extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Safety toed with slip resistant shoes, safety glasses and earplugs are required on the plant floor

As a ResourceMFG Press Operator We Offer You:

• Weekly Pay (Direct Deposit or ATM Debit Card available)
• Access to health benefits and retirement plan
• FREE ONLINE skills training
• Awesome Managers and Great Team Environment. 
• Hiring Immediately 
• Referral Bonus – Unlimited 

Enjoy Awesome Benefits once converted to Full-Time:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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