Press Operator

MiTek • Hazelwood, MO

19h

About The Position

Operate 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 requirements, achieving production goals, minimizing waste, and maintaining accurate production and quality records. The position also requires attendance during the regularly scheduled shift and the ability to work overtime as required.

The work is physical and involves standing, walking, carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling, and crouching. The operator must also communicate through speaking and hearing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Up to one year of related experience and/or training preferred.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may substitute on a year-for-year basis when it clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic geometry concepts.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics.
• Ability to use small hand and power tools, including reading a tape measure in 1/32-inch increments.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to stand, walk, carry up to 50 pounds, push and pull, and crouch.
• Ability to communicate through speaking and hearing.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• Good communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability.
• Collaboration.

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 into stamping dies and perform first-piece inspection.
• 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.
• Attend work during the regularly scheduled shift, arrive on time, and be ready at the workstation at the start of the shift; work overtime as required.

Benefits

• Paid time off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Medical and prescription drug, dental, and vision plans available from 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 a myFlexPay partner 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