Associate Press Operator (1st Shift)
About The Position
Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team. YOU As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for operating an automatic stamping press to produce quality components while maintaining safety, efficiency and LEAN production goals. This position will follow the first shift schedule, Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm. Overtime, including additional days, may be required based upon business need.
Requirements
- Safety: Able to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating safe work practices and by promoting a safe work environment.
- Accountability & Dependability: Able to consistently demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance.
- Physical Demands: Able to remain standing the entire duration of shift, and lift up to 40 lbs using proper technique consistently.
- Mathematical Reasoning: Able to apply basic math skills.
- Instruction Comprehension: Able to comprehend a variety of instructions furnished in English, including written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Communication: Able to communicate one-on-one and in small group settings.
- Measurements: Able to read a tape measure to 1/32" tolerance, to use protractor to measure angles to +/- 1 degree and ability to use and read a micrometer, and caliper.
- Problem Solving: Ability to identify options for solving a problem encountered during the manufacturing process.
- Computer Skills: Able to use computer or touchscreen to perform daily tasks and required training.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
- 1 year Related experience and/or training preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate automatic stamping presses as needed to support department and company goals. Use powered hand tools to make adjustments to equipment as necessary.
- Communicate with department leadership regarding issues and improvements. Assist other associates with press set-ups and changeovers.
- Perform quality inspections to blueprints and specifications using provided precision measuring tools and maintain a clean work environment to meet 6S standards.
- Count, package and palletize finished product in accordance with work orders. Ensure auxiliary equipment is operating to standard.
Benefits
- Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
- Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.
- View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
