2nd Shift Press Operator

Jireh Metal•Grandville, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

JIREH METAL PRODUCTS is seeking a 2nd Shift Press Operator for their Grandville, MI location. The primary purpose of this role is to safely operate automatic presses and related equipment to produce quality parts at established production rates. This involves performing required quality checks, material handling, packaging, documentation, and basic troubleshooting to support efficient production and maximize equipment utilization. The role also offers opportunities for continuous skill development to operate additional presses, support setups, troubleshoot operating issues, and advance through the Press Operator progression levels.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, and follow manufacturing work instructions in English.
Must be able to add and subtract decimals, fractions, and percentages.
Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to use measuring devices such as micrometers and calipers.
Requires extensive standing, recurring bending, good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity, continuous mental and visual attention while operating machinery.
Ability to independently lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Progression through established Press Operator skill levels based on demonstrated equipment capability, setup and troubleshooting proficiency, system knowledge, certifications, attendance, quality, and production performance.

Responsibilities

Safely operate automatic presses and related equipment, including feeders, straighteners, mandrels, stackers, sensors, and SmartPAC controls, according to work instructions and established safety procedures.
Perform equipment startup and shutdown, coil changes, material feeding, lubrication checks, counter adjustments, and routine operating activities.
Assist with die changes, machine setups, prestaging, and setup verification as trained and assigned.
Run equipment at standard rates while monitoring material flow, part quality, equipment performance, and production status to minimize downtime.
Use measuring devices, gauges, and fixtures to complete required inspections, verify part quality, and accurately document results.
Follow JobWeb, CheckWeb, setup sheets, packaging instructions, and other applicable work instructions.
Accurately record production time, material usage, scrap, rejects, and required transactions in RFPRO, Plex, SmartPAC, and related systems.
Identify nonconforming material or product and follow established containment, reporting, and escalation procedures.
Identify common operating concerns involving stock alignment, material defects, feeding, sensors, counters, lubrication, setup, quality, and equipment performance.
Make authorized adjustments within the operator’s demonstrated training level.
Promptly request assistance for tooling, maintenance, setup, or quality concerns beyond the operator’s training or authority, and support Production, Maintenance, Tool Room, Quality, Setup, and Steel Handling personnel in restoring production.
Stack, label, package, band, and move finished product according to job and customer requirements.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work center through daily 5S activities.
Assist and train team members as assigned.
Support other production areas when business needs require.