Associate Press Operator (1st Shift)

strongtie; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses/commission

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie is seeking a Press Operator in Columbus, OH to run an automatic stamping press, ensure safety and Lean production goals, and support quality standards. This full-time role follows a 6:00 am–4:30 pm Monday–Thursday schedule with potential overtime as needed.

You’ll perform press set-ups with leadership, conduct measurements per blueprints, and help package finished parts while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year related experience and/or training preferred.
• Safety: prioritize safety and a safe work environment.
• Accountability & Dependability: reliable, punctual attendance.
• Physical Demands: stand entire shift, lift up to 40 lbs.
• Mathematical Reasoning: apply basic math skills.
• Instruction Comprehension: understand English instructions in various formats.
• Communication: effective one-on-one and small group communication.
• Measurements: read tape measure to 1/32", angle measurement with protractor, read micrometer and caliper.
• Problem Solving: identify options to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Computer Skills: use computer or touchscreen for daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate automatic stamping presses to support department and company goals.
• Assist press set-ups and changeovers; communicate issues to leadership.
• Perform quality inspections to blueprints and specifications with precision tools.
• Count, package and palletize finished product; ensure auxiliary equipment operates to standard.

Skills

Safety

Attendance

Mathematical reasoning

Instruction comprehension

Communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Protractor

Micrometer

Caliper

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for operating an automatic stamping press to produce quality components while maintaining safety, efficiency and LEAN production goals. This position will follow the first shift schedule, Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm. Overtime, including additional days, may be required based upon business need.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)

• Operate automatic stamping presses as needed to support department and company goals. Use powered hand tools to make adjustments to equipment as necessary. (70%)
• Communicate with department leadership regarding issues and improvements. Assist other associates with press set-ups and changeovers. (10%)
• Perform quality inspections to blueprints and specifications using provided precision measuring tools and maintain a clean work environment to meet 6S standards. (10%)
• Count, package and palletize finished product in accordance with work orders. Ensure auxiliary equipment is operating to standard. (10%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• 1 year Related experience and/or training preferred.
• Safety: Able to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating safe work practices and by promoting a safe work environment.
• Accountability & Dependability: Able to consistently demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance.
• Physical Demands: Able to remain standing the entire duration of shift, and lift up to 40 lbs using proper technique consistently.
• Mathematical Reasoning: Able to apply basic math skills.
• Instruction Comprehension: Able to comprehend a variety of instructions furnished in English, including written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Communication: Able to communicate one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Measurements: Able to read a tape measure to 1/32\" tolerance, to use protractor to measure angles to +/- 1 degree and ability to use and read a micrometer, and caliper.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify options for solving a problem encountered during the manufacturing process.
• Computer Skills: Able to use computer or touchscreen to perform daily tasks and required training.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

This position does not require travel.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, non-exempt position is located in Columbus, OH.

RELOCATION

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$16.44 - $24.66 / hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.

Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benef