Metal Press Operator

Nansin (Malaysia); Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Health insurance

Job summary

Jora Malaysia in Penang is seeking a Metal Press Operator to run stamping/press equipment, set up dies, monitor output, and guide a small team to hit daily targets while upholding quality and safety standards.

You will handle metal sheets, maintain 5S standards in the press area, report production results, and help train new operators, with shift rotations and overtime as required. This is a full-time role in a fast-paced metal fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal stamping, press machine operation, or manufacturing environment is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of machine operation and production processes.
• Able to operate metal press machines and perform manual handling tasks.
• Responsible, disciplined, and committed to maintaining good attendance.
• Able to work shift rotations and overtime when required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and meet production targets.

Responsibilities

• Operate metal press machines according to work instructions and production requirements.
• Set up and adjust basic machine settings under supervision.
• Monitor daily production output and ensure targets are met.
• Lead and guide production operators in daily tasks and job assignments.
• Inspect stamped parts to ensure quality and customer specifications.
• Perform basic machine troubleshooting and report issues to maintenance or supervisor.
• Handle raw materials and ensure proper material flow into production.
• Maintain 5S in the press area and ensure cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Shift work

Team leadership

Quality standards

Safety procedures

Production reporting

Tools

Die handling

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

The Metal Press Operator is responsible for operating metal stamping/press machines, monitoring production processes, and supporting daily manufacturing activities in a metal fabrication environment. The role also involves leading and guiding a small team of operators to achieve production targets while ensuring quality, safety, and workplace standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate metal press machines (stamping/pressing equipment) according to work instructions, SOPs, and production requirements.
• Set up and adjust basic machine settings under supervision, including loading materials and ensuring correct die usage.
• Monitor daily production output and ensure production targets are achieved.
• Lead and guide production operators in daily tasks, machine operation, and job assignments.
• Inspect stamped/pressed parts to ensure they meet company quality standards and customer specifications.
• Perform basic machine troubleshooting and immediately report mechanical or technical issues to the maintenance team or supervisor.
• Handle raw materials such as metal sheets/coils and ensure proper material flow into production.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the press area in accordance with 5S practices.
• Monitor material usage and minimize scrap and production waste.
• Prepare daily production reports and maintain accurate production records.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, especially press machine safety standards, SOPs, and company policies.
• Assist in training new operators on safe machine operation and production processes.
• Monitor team attendance, discipline, and work performance.
• Support supervisors and management in other production-related tasks when required.

Job Requirements

• Experience in metal stamping, press machine operation, or manufacturing environment is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of machine operation and production processes.
• Able to operate metal press machines and perform manual handling tasks.
• Responsible, disciplined, and committed to maintaining good attendance.
• Able to work shift rotations and overtime when required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and meet production targets.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of metal press machine operation and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with stamping processes, die handling, SOPs, safety procedures, and quality control standards.
• Basic computer skills for production reporting and record keeping.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to identify production defects and elevate issues promptly.
• EPF, SOCSO & EIS
• Annual Leave & Medical Leave
• Attendance Allowance
• Overtime

Job Type: Full-time

• Free parking
• Health insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bukit Mertajam: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)