Digital Press Operator / Press Operator

Kelly; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Seal & Design is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the shop floor operations, ensuring efficient production and quality output. You will supervise direct reports, train operators, and ensure adherence to schedules and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have an AA in a technical discipline and 1–2 years related experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and proficient use of MS Office and MRP software. This on-site role offers Monday–Friday shifts with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (AA) in a technical discipline and 1–2 years related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, use simple math and hand-held measuring tools.
• Mechanical/technical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Leads, manages and holds accountable all direct reports.
• Monitors efficiency and productivity to meet or exceed expectations.
• Provides training on equipment and hands-on troubleshooting.
• Communicates the daily schedule to the production team and coaches continuously.
• Meets or exceeds department KPI’s and drives continuous improvement to reduce costs.
• Uses MRP software for planning and scheduling and sets up jobs for maximum efficiency and quality.

Skills

Technical degree

1–2 years experience

MS Office

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Prioritize/workflow

Adaptability

Education

AA in a technical discipline

Tools

MRP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seal & Design is a family-owned company founded and headquartered in Clarence, NY with five divisions located across the U. Our product line includes gaskets, o-rings, seals, molded rubber and plast...

Seal & Design is a family-owned company founded and headquartered in Clarence, NY with five divisions located across the U.S. and Canada. Our product line includes gaskets, o-rings, seals, molded rubber and plastics, die-cut foams, and many other products for a wide array of sealing applications. We provide superior products to our customers across many industries, including: Automotive, Medical, Military & Defense, Aerospace, Electronics, Power Generation, Hydraulics, and HVAC.

Seal & Design’s customer focused attitude allows us to exceed customers’ expectations. We are world-class.

To learn more about us visit www.sealanddesign.com and view our recruiting video at https://youtu.be/Bae9usXohso.

Shift: Monday - Friday: 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Pay: $25.00-$30.00/hour

• LMA - leads, manages and holds accountable all direct reports
• Monitors efficiency and productivity to ensure expectations are met or exceeded
• Provides training on equipment
• Provides hands-on trouble shooting assistance
• Communicates the daily schedule to the production team
• Conducts regular coaching (formal and JIT)
• Meets or exceeds department KPI’s
• Facilitates continuous improvement processes to create efficiency and reduce costs
• Effectively utilizes MRP software for planning and scheduling
• Sets up jobs in accordance with departmental needs to ensure maximum efficiency and quality
• Limits job write offs with regards to material and equipment usage
• Ensures that all materials are available and ready for fabrication at the machine location
• Performs first-piece inspection for all new fabrication runs, when necessary
• Ensures that dies are maintained and stored properly; moves dies between equipment and die racks
• Ensures that preventative maintenance is current and performs maintenance functions as necessary
• Involvement throughout the shop as a resource for others, providing guidance and direction
• Enforces safety policies and practices to ensure culture of health and safety; identifies safety hazards and works with management team on corrective actions

Requirements

• Associates degree (AA) in a technical discipline and 1-2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency working in a computer supported environment with business software and Microsoft office programs
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, use simple math and use basic hand-held measuring tools
• Mechanical/technical aptitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow; able to multi-task
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Physical Requirements:

• Continual use of hands; constant standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting
• Clear close vision and ability to identify and distinguish color variations