Chain Assembly Press Setup Specialist

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive in Holyoke, MA is seeking a skilled press operator to set up and run a range of presses for chain assembly and related operations.

You will measure quality parameters, implement corrective actions, and ensure continuous operation by retrieving components and maintaining equipment. The role includes assisting and coaching operators in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have followed an approved training program for setting up and operating equipment.
• Strong mechanical ability required.
• Trade school qualification in manufacturing/engineering is desirable.
• Requires knowledge of press operation and setup.
• Able to read, interpret and follow engineering drawings.
• Prior setup experience on automatic, mechanical and hydraulic press equipment required.
• Self-motivated to complete workload efficiently.
• Ability to work from drawings, schedules, routings and supervisor instructions.
• Understand and follow quality and operation procedures.
• Able to select proper tooling, equipment, and materials for the job.
• Flexible and able to adapt working practices to changing needs.
• Capable of setting up and maintaining mechanical equipment/assemblies.
• Follow directions from group leader or supervisor.
• Provide adequate parts to maintain efficient flow of product.
• Physically fit to handle heavy weights.

Responsibilities

• Set‑up and operate a wide range of presses to assemble chain and related operations.
• Operate automatic chain assembly equipment, semi-automatic equipment, power presses, pre‑stressing equipment, greasing and packaging equipment.
• Measure quality parameters of assembled chain and determine corrective actions.
• Retrieve and replace components from storage to maintain continuous operation.
• Assist, train and develop operators.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Press operation

Engineering drawings

Quality inspection

Training others

Education

Trade school in manufacturing/engineering

Tools

Tooling background

Job description

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive in Holyoke, MA is seeking a skilled press operator to set up and run a range of presses for chain assembly and related operations.

You will measure quality parameters, implement corrective actions, and ensure continuous operation by retrieving components and maintaining equipment. The role includes assisting and coaching operators in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.