Packer Press Operator

MiTek • Zephyrhills, FL

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About The Position

The Packer Press Operator operates stamping presses and auxiliary equipment to produce metal connector plates and steel components using manual and automated packaging processes. The role is responsible for meeting safety and quality standards, achieving production goals, minimizing product waste, and completing accurate production and quality records. Regular attendance during the scheduled shift is essential, including arriving on time and being ready to work at shift start. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Up to one year of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may substitute on a year-for-year basis when they clearly indicate the ability to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and to apply basic geometry concepts.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics.
• Ability to use small hand-power tools and read a tape measure in 1/32-inch increments.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, carry up to 50 pounds, push/pull, and crouch.
• Ability to communicate through speaking and hearing.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Up to one year of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stamping press and auxiliary equipment with manual and automated packaging processes.
• Meet and/or exceed daily production goals.
• Report machine malfunctions to mechanics or supervisors.
• Assist mechanics as needed to keep press and packaging equipment operational.
• Feed slit ribbon material correctly into stamping dies and perform first-piece inspections.
• Manually pack metal connectors and/or steel components into packaging containers.
• Minimize product waste, inspect finished products, and mark steel lot numbers on shipping containers.
• Monitor production equipment coolant and oil levels and adjust them as needed.
• Inspect products throughout production to ensure they meet internal quality standards.
• Complete quality and production paperwork throughout the assigned shift.
• Maintain attendance during the regularly scheduled shift, including arriving on time and being ready to work at the start of the shift; work overtime as required.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Medical/Rx, dental, and vision plans available on day one.
• Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and adoption reimbursement.
• Performance/incentive bonuses.
• Career advancement and training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement.
• Matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and life insurance.
• Access to myFlexPay to track, manage, and access pay anytime.

What This Job Offers

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