Manufacturing Press Operator, 1st shift

Crane Currency Malta Limited; Nashua, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training on advanced equipment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Crane Currency in Nashua, NH is seeking experienced Manufacturing Machine Operators (Press Operators, Production Operators, and Machine/Maintenance Technicians) for first shift. You will operate and monitor presses and production machinery, set up and troubleshoot, inspect materials, and document data to ensure quality.

Join a historic, global manufacturer offering training on advanced equipment, paths to certifications, and a stable career with growth opportunities in a safety‑driven

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment, production machinery, printing presses, converting equipment, CNC machines, extrusion equipment or similar.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, presses, and production machinery.
• Set up, adjust, troubleshoot, and optimize machine performance.
• Inspect raw materials and finished products to meet quality requirements.
• Identify defects, resolve production issues, and document manufacturing data.
• Utilize test equipment, inspection systems, and quality tools.
• Follow safety procedures and standardized work instructions.
• Cross-train across multiple machines and processes.
• Support continuous improvement, production efficiency, and operational excellence.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Follow work instructions

Computer-based systems

Citizenship requirement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Printing presses

Converting equipment

Extrusion equipment

Job description

At Crane Currency, we manufacture advanced security features that protect U.S. and global currency. Every day, our operators play a direct role in producing products that are trusted around the world.

Crane Currency is hiring experienced Manufacturing Machine Operators (Press Operators, Production Operators, and Machine/Maintenance Technicians) to join our Operations team in Nashua, NH on 1st shift.

If you have experience operating manufacturing equipment, production machinery, printing presses, converting equipment, CNC machines, extrusion equipment, or other industrial machinery, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a stable global manufacturer.

What you’ll do

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, presses, and production machinery
• Set up, adjust, troubleshoot, and optimize machine performance
• Inspect raw materials and finished products to meet strict quality requirements
• Identify defects, resolve production issues, and document manufacturing data
• Utilize test equipment, inspection systems, and quality tools
• Follow detailed safety procedures and standardized work instructions
• Cross-train across multiple machines and manufacturing processes
• Support continuous improvement, production efficiency, and operational excellence

What you’ll get

• Base pay starting at $25 - $29/hour (based on experience)
• Shift schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Work that supports U.S. and global currency security
• Training on advanced equipment which provides paths to certifications, pay increases and promotions.
• Long-term stability with a company operating since the early 1800s

Important note: This role starts through a trusted agency partner while Public Trust clearance is completed. After clearance, training, and meeting performance expectations, you’ll be considered for permanent employment with Crane Currency.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience as a Machine Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Production Operator, Press Operator, Printing Press Operator, Equipment Operator, Manufacturing Technician, Production Technician, CNC Operator, Converting Operator, Extrusion Operator, Slitter Operator, or similar technical manufacturing role
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Experience operating, monitoring, adjusting, and maintaining manufacturing equipment
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures
• Comfortable working with computer-based production and inspection systems
• High school diploma or equivalent
• U.S. Citizen able to meet Public Trust requirements

What drives our team:

We are a passionate team of 1,300 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values:

• People Matter
• Do the Right Thing
• Trusted Partner
• Innovate for Growth
• Always Improving

Learn more about our values and culture: https://www.cranecurrency.com/careers/life-at-crane-currency/

You can also check us out at: https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Crane-Currency-Reviews-E1187198.htm

Where we are:

Your role is in Nashua, New Hampshire, a 40-mile drive from the vibrant heart of Boston. Check out what makes Nashua a great place to live and work here: https://www.cranecurrency.com/media/xbsnwhir/nashua-nh_site-location-packet_2024.pdf

Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.

Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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