Forge Press Operator: Precision, Safety & Production

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Medical Plan

Vision Plan

401(k)

Short-term Disability

Life Insurance

Prescription Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a Press Operator to manage production scheduling, perform set-ups, and ensure safe, efficient press operation. The role requires forging and general manufacturing experience, strong adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to document production data accurately.

You will work on aluminum forging presses, perform routine maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ months forging experience.
• Aluminum forge press or related alloy press operation.
• 5 years general industrial manufacturing experience.
• Must meet background and drug requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production schedule and ensure press runs safely.
• Set up press and adjust bolts, clamps, and burner assembly.
• Verify correct setup at start of shift.
• Lubricate die surfaces and stock.
• Load/unload parts with press and conveyor.
• Document accurate part counts.
• Report defects and participate in continuous improvement.
• Follow LEAN and SPC practices.
• Wear PPE and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Forging experience

Industrial experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a Press Operator to manage production scheduling, perform set-ups, and ensure safe, efficient press operation. The role requires forging and general manufacturing experience, strong adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to document production data accurately.

You will work on aluminum forging presses, perform routine maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.