1st Shift Press Operator

Ultipro; Cave Spring (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

401k Retirement Program

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Alleguard is seeking a Press Operator for our manufacturing site. You will inspect, sort, and pack molded parts, ensuring compliance with quality specs and customer requirements. You may work overtime and weekends based on demand, with a typical 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. schedule, Monday through Friday.

The role requires careful attention to detail, steady standing for long periods, and adherence to PPE and safety policies. Join a team committed to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to visually inspect parts and determine defects.
• Ability to understand and follow written work instructions.
• Active listening and clear communication with team and supervisors.
• Monitor gauges and indicators to ensure proper machine operation.
• Discretion in applying training to procedures and safety rules.
• Use manual pallet jacks or material handling equipment as needed.
• Effective verbal communication with coworkers.
• Adhere to PPE and safety policies in a manufacturing setting.
• Stand for extended periods and handle physical tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor press to ensure parts eject properly from mold.
• Pack acceptable parts into defined packaging or pallet configurations.
• Discard parts not meeting specifications.
• Mark and label finished containers with item information.
• Visually inspect parts for conformance to standards.
• Maintain clean, organized work area; discard rejected parts.
• Follow safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Move parts in and out of drying tunnel as instructed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Visual inspection

Reading comprehension

Active listening

Operation monitoring

Learning strategies

Material handling

Speaking

PPE compliance

Physical stamina

Job description

Position: Press Operator

Job Summary

We are currently hiring Press Operators for our manufacturing site. As a Press Operator, you are responsible for inspecting and sorting molded or assembled parts/ products for defects, and/or deviations from specifications. You will also pack parts into designated packaging or pallet configurations based on customer requirements and/or standard quality specifications.

Pay: $16.00 USD/HR

Schedule:

• 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
• Monday- Friday
• Flexibility is a must; overtime and weekend work is possible, based on customer demand.

Responsibilities

• Monitor press to ensure parts are completely ejected from the mold. Notify Production Supervisor of any problems observed or encountered during the molding operation.
• Pack acceptable parts into pre-defined packaging or pallet configuration according to the established quality standard.
• Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications.
• Mark/label completed container(s)/bundle(s) with designated item information according to establish quality standards.
• Remove molded parts from the collection bin or table and perform visual inspection for conformance to established quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized work area making sure to properly discard rejected parts and to keep area free of debris and standing water.
• Perform duties in conformance with all established safety policies and procedures.
• Transfer parts in/out of drying tunnel as required/instructed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Observation - ability to visually inspect parts during the production operation and properly determine whether the parts meet quality standards.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written instructions contained in work-related documents.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate,
• Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to use manual pallet jack or other designated material handling equipment to move finished good parts and/or components to/from the assigned workstation.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Working in the manufacturing environment requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes protective eyewear, but may also require hearing protection, and reinforced-toe safety shoes.
• Position may require periods of physical exertion in conditions of low to high temperatures and humidity.
• Position requires continuous standing for periods of 4-8 hrs.
• Position requires physical mobility involving repeated bending and stretching.

Physical Demands

• Position may require periods of intense physical exertion in conditions of low to high temperatures and humidity.
• Position requires the ability to stand, bend, and stretch over extended periods of time during a normal work shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our customers.

Our benefits package offers eligible team members access to:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Retirement Program (401k)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

Alleguard Company Values

Safety - We care for our employees by creating and maintaining an environment with consistent actions, trusted processes, and courageous conversations.

Trust - We build confidence with our employees and customers through dependability, respect, clear communication, and service.

Integrity - We are consistent in always striving to do the right thing by accepting responsibility for our decisions and actions.

Collaboration - Our diversity is the catalyst that drives our teamwork, creative problem-solving, and partnership.

Growth - We invest, develop, and empower our people to build our company so our customers will experience outstanding success, in turn contributing to our own.

Accountability - We achieve our success by holding ourselves and each other to high standards of behavior, commitment, and personal responsibility.

We’re a dynamic, high-growth business, invested in helping you grow with Alleguard.

Many of our colleagues have been with us for decades. That’s because we believe in collaborating as a team to serve and support each other as well as we serve and support our customers.

Alleguard’s employee-centric culture is designed to help you maximize your talents, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience on the way to achieving your professional goals.

*Hiring process typically takes about 1 week to complete*

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