Press Operator - 3rd Shift

MEC • Defiance, OH

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About The Position

The Press Operator operates basic machinery according to standard operating procedures, loads and unloads materials, monitors machine operations, and reports issues to the supervisor. The role includes routine equipment checks and maintenance, troubleshooting assistance, and maintaining a clean, organized work area while following safety and company policies. Other duties may be assigned.

The position requires standing and/or walking constantly on concrete during an 8–12-hour work shift. Physical duties include frequent lifting and moving of materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling, and reaching. The operator must be able to operate motorized vehicles during the shift and may be exposed to noise requiring hearing protection.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer skills, including ERP systems.
• Fluency in English and the primary language used in the area of responsibility and/or location.
• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling, and/or reaching over an 8–12-hour work shift.
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over an 8–12-hour work shift.
• Ability to stand and/or walk constantly on concrete over an 8–12-hour work shift.
• Ability to wear hearing protection over a full work shift when exposed to noise levels requiring it.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Load and unload materials into machinery.
• Monitor machine operations and report issues to the supervisor.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety and company policies.
• Assist in troubleshooting machine issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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