3rd-Shift Press Operator: Precision & Process Improvement

Sumitomo Electric Group; Cherryville (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Powdered Metal Company, a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is seeking a full-time Press Operator (3rd shift) to join our Cherryville, NC location. You will report to the Production Supervisor and contribute to a safe, efficient manufacturing line.

You will operate primary molding equipment, adjust controls to ensure product quality, record data, use measuring tools, and follow procedures. The role requires good math skills, SPC understanding, and reliable attendance, with ongoing

Qualifications

• Reading procedures and process sheets.
• Perform basic math: add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Understand decimals, fractions, percentages and averages.
• Write legible sentences.
• Operate and adjust equipment properly.
• Interpret measuring results accurately.
• Understand SPC fundamentals.
• Maintain positive team relationships.

Responsibilities

• Operate primary molding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Make adjustments to ensure product quality.
• Record and maintain applicable product/process information.
• Use measuring equipment to verify conditions.
• Communicate job-related information to teammates and supervisors.
• Participate in training and assist in procedure updates.
• Assist in writing or revising procedures.
• Perform other tasks as requested.

Skills

Reading procedures

Math basics

Decimals & fractions

Percentages & averages

Writing legible sentences

Operate equipment

Measuring accuracy

SPC basics

Teamwork

Job description

Keystone Powdered Metal Company, a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is seeking a full-time Press Operator (3rd shift) to join our Cherryville, NC location. You will report to the Production Supervisor and contribute to a safe, efficient manufacturing line.

You will operate primary molding equipment, adjust controls to ensure product quality, record data, use measuring tools, and follow procedures. The role requires good math skills, SPC understanding, and reliable attendance, with ongoing