Stamping Press Operator (Machine Operator) - Weekend Shift

NIC Global•Gallatin, TN

About The Position

The Stamping Press Operator sets up, adjusts, and operates stamping press machines to produce parts according to specifications. The role includes setting, aligning, and securing dies; setting ram strokes; performing punching, shearing, blanking, and forming operations; and setting up progressive stamping tools, including the feeder. The operator uses an overhead hoist to load coils, works with minimal supervision, performs general equipment maintenance, and maintains housekeeping in the work area. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs, with or without notice. This position is on a weekend shift listed as Sunday, Friday, and Saturday, 5:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., with a shift premium added to base pay. Overtime is required as needed. The job involves standing during a 12-hour shift, with breaks, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodations. NIC Global is a single-source manufacturer of mechanical and electromechanical assemblies, sheet metal fabrication, and globally sourced metal and plastic components. The company employs over 600 people across Washington, Tennessee, Ohio, and Texas. Employment offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Requirements

High school-level education or equivalent, plus specialized training obtained through vocational courses or on the job.
Basic math knowledge.
Ability to read blueprints.
Basic computer PC understanding.
Ability to read and interpret instructions in English.
Willingness to work overtime.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, with or without accommodations.
Ability to stand for a 12-hour shift, with breaks.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, and operate stamping press machines to produce parts to specifications.
Set, align, and secure dies and set ram strokes for punching, shearing, blanking, and forming operations.
Set up progressive stamping tools, including the feeder.
Use an overhead hoist to load coils.
Work with minimal supervision.
Perform general equipment maintenance.
Maintain housekeeping in the work area.
Perform additional duties as required by business needs.

Benefits

Choice of two health insurance plans, eligible the first of the month after 30 days.
Employer-paid employee dental insurance, eligible the first of the month after 30 days.
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability plans, eligible the first of the month after 30 days.
Vision insurance, eligible the first of the month after 30 days.
Additional life insurance.
Accident insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Federal health and dependent care savings accounts (FSA).
401(k) plan with employer match, eligible after six months.
Tuition reimbursement, eligible after six months.
PTO accrual of 80 hours in the first year, increasing with length-of-service milestones.
80 hours of holiday hours per year.
Weekend shift premium added on top of base pay.
Employee appreciation events, holiday parties, cookouts, company gifts, and other employee events and recognition programs.