HOP - Press Operator

Mitchell & Associates; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinrea International Inc. is seeking a press operator on the Kentucky plant floor to operate a variety of presses, position and bolt dies, and verify setup accuracy.

The role requires reading and following documentation, ensuring quality parts, and maintaining production records while working in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have direct press experience, strong English communication, and the ability to operate lift trucks and cranes safely.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or comparable experience.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend in English.
• Experience with press setups and tooling.
• 2+ years in manufacturing, or 1–2 years in similar role.
• Experience in a press shop preferred; strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre-stage materials, tools and equipment for production runs.
• Use gauges to ensure product quality.
• Position, align and bolt dies to ram and anvil; check machine setup.
• Make periodic adjustments to job setup as needed.
• Adjust shut-heights and cushion pressure; monitor feeders.
• Ensure only quality parts advance; report issues to supervisor.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Operate Lift Truck and Crane safely as required.
• Coordinate die setup changes with production operators.

Skills

Press experience

English proficiency

Problem solving

Communication

Quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Lift Truck operation

Crane operation

Metal stamping equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Operate a variety presses. This role is responsible for duties which involve positioning, aligning and bolting dies to ram and anvil, as well as checking machine set-up for proper usage and completing all necessary documentation.

Knowledge And Skills (Education)

• High School Diploma or past work experience deemed to be comparable
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend in English
• Strong communicator in the English language, both written and oral
• Must have transfer and/or progressive press experience
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in similar position or 3-5 years in a manufacturing environmental
• Must have experience of working in a press shop with preference given to candidates with technical background
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Pre-stage materials, tools and equipment required for the next production run
• Use any checking gauges to ensure quality product
• Job duties will involve positioning, aligning and bolting dies to ram and anvil, as well as, checking machine set-up for proper usage
• Periodic adjustments to job setup may be required
• Adjust shut-heights, cushion pressure on form and draw dies and set progress on feeders.
• Ensure that only quality parts are passed onto the next operation, notify supervisor of quality related problems immediately
• Complete all necessary documentation (production reports, quality alerts etc.) correctly and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for tools or equipment assigned to perform duties
• Communicate any equipment or safety concern to the Supervisor
• Operate Lift Truck and Crane in a safe manner
• Start, operate and shut off all presses or equipment in accordance with Martinrea' s safety policy
• One may also be responsible in coordinating the set-up of dies and may also call for experience with metal stamping equipment, feeders, uncoilers, control panels, lube systems, automatic presses, tandem lines, cranes and lift trucks
• Must be able to perform minor repairs (adjust grippers, cut and re-align steel)
• Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to the following: health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook

Decision Making And Authority

• Instruct Press Catchers and Press Set-up as to proper methods and safety when operating any equipment
• Co-ordinate changeover with production operators

Working Conditions

• 100% plant floor (PPE required)
• This position is physically demanding and must be able to lift more than 25lbs

Back-up Duties

• Perform other duties as required

Martinrea International Inc. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please notify us if you are contacted for a job interview

Background check and pre-employment drug screen required for employment opportunity.