Automatic Press Operator — 1000‑Ton Stamping Expert

Challenge Manufacturing; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Press / Quality Technician to monitor up to 1000-ton automatic presses, ensure stamping quality, perform inspections, and document results in Plex ERP.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year manufacturing experience, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with a 5 AM–5 PM Y shift, Friday through Sunday. Join our ESOP employee-owners and contribute to safety, ownership, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• One year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English clearly.
• Shows responsibility, reliability, and integrity.
• Able to work up to 12 hours per day including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties to meet daily and weekly production requirements.
• References production orders in Plex to stamp product per JES.
• Selects and loads correct coils in stamping press to produce quality stamping.
• Operates stamping press while loading parts and records results in Plex.
• Periodically checks quality and inspects parts per standards; maintains documentation.
• Completes appropriate paperwork and operator inspection sheets.
• Maintains safe, clean work area; supports cross-training on other centers.
• Meets daily production requirements and supports plant flow.

Skills

Team player

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

English literacy

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLEX ERP

Gages (go/no-go)

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Press / Quality Technician to monitor up to 1000-ton automatic presses, ensure stamping quality, perform inspections, and document results in Plex ERP.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year manufacturing experience, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with a 5 AM–5 PM Y shift, Friday through Sunday. Join our ESOP employee-owners and contribute to safety, ownership, and teamwork.