Lead Large Press Setup Operator — Dies, Tooling & Mentoring

Tempco Manufacturing; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempco Manufacturing in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Large Press Set-Up Operator III to ensure high-quality stamped parts are produced safely and efficiently. You will bring expert press setup knowledge, mentor junior operators, and collaborate with production, toolroom, and maintenance teams to support on-time delivery and continuous improvement.

Key duties include reading complex blueprints, setting up and operating large presses, inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers, training Level

Qualifications

• Expert-level press setups and tooling knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints.
• Strong inspection and quality skills.
• Proven troubleshooting skills for press or tooling issues.
• Experience mentoring junior operators.
• Ability to manage time to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex blueprints, job routings, and work instructions.
• Expertly set up and operate large presses to maximize production efficiency.
• Set up complex tooling including draws, forms, and progressive dies.
• Stage materials to start production without delay.
• Use dispatch displays to prioritize jobs and setups.
• Train Level I and II Set-Up Operators.
• Capture and document work instructions for consistency.
• Enter production and quality data into the data collection system.
• Follow safety procedures and compliance guidelines.

Skills

Press setups

Tooling

Blueprints

Detail oriented

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Tempco Manufacturing in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Large Press Set-Up Operator III to ensure high-quality stamped parts are produced safely and efficiently. You will bring expert press setup knowledge, mentor junior operators, and collaborate with production, toolroom, and maintenance teams to support on-time delivery and continuous improvement.

Key duties include reading complex blueprints, setting up and operating large presses, inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers, training Level