Press Operator

MiTek • Zephyrhills, FL

2d

About The Position

The 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 production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards, minimizing waste, inspecting products, and completing accurate production and quality documentation. The operator also monitors equipment fluid levels, reports malfunctions, and assists mechanics as needed to keep press and packaging equipment operating.

Regular attendance during the assigned shift is an essential duty. The position may require overtime and the employee must arrive on time and be ready to work at the start of the shift. The work is physical and involves standing, walking, carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, crouching, and communicating through speaking and hearing.

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 if they clearly indicate the ability to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic geometry.
• 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.
• Good communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, carry up to 50 pounds, push, pull, crouch, and 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 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 and adjust production equipment coolant and oil levels.
• Conduct ongoing inspections of products to ensure they meet internal quality standards.
• Complete quality and production paperwork throughout the assigned shift.
• Maintain attendance during the regularly scheduled shift, including working overtime as required, arriving on time, and being ready to work at shift start.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Medical/Rx, 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.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing.
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• myFlexPay partner that allows employees 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