Associate Press Operator

Simpson Strong-Tie • McKinney, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Press Operator operates progressive stamping presses to meet safety, quality, efficiency, LEAN, and production goals. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and located in McKinney, Texas. Travel is not required, and relocation is unavailable.

The operator may run any press as needed, inspect products against drawings and specifications, maintain a clean work area, use powered hand tools, adjust equipment, package and palletize finished products, and handle materials. The role also assists with press setups and changeovers and communicates issues and improvement ideas to department leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One month of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and training.
• Consistently prioritize safety, demonstrate safe work practices, and promote a safe work environment.
• Safely operate a manual pallet jack.
• Demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance.
• Apply basic algebra and geometry and perform arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Read and write simple correspondence and follow instructions.
• Interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Communicate one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Read a tape measure to 1/32-inch tolerance, use combination squares to measure angles to +/- 1 degree, and use and read a micrometer.

Responsibilities

• Operate presses as needed to support department and company goals.
• Perform quality inspections according to drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Use air- or electric-powered hand tools and make equipment adjustments as necessary.
• Count, package, and palletize finished products according to work orders.
• Handle cartons, labels, steel coils, pallets, and packaging tape.
• Assist other personnel with press setups and changeovers.
• Communicate issues and improvement opportunities to department leadership.

Benefits

• Eligible for a quarterly bonus or commission.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees.
• Retirement contributions.
• Employee stock purchase and bonus plans.
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals, and jury duty.
• Years of service awards.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Charitable contribution matching.
• Education reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED