Packer Press Operator

MiTek Industries; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 annual holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Life Insurance and Disability

Job summary

MiTek is seeking a press operator in Tampa, FL to run a high speed stamping press and assist with packaging. You will strive to meet daily production goals and promptly report any machine issues to maintenance or supervisors.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, be able to read a tape measure, and be prepared to work overtime as needed. Forklift experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent training/experience.
• Ability to read a tape measure and understand safety instructions.
• Effective communication with coworkers and management about work and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate a high speed stamping press and auxiliary packaging equipment.
• Meet and/or exceed daily production goals and report malfunctions.
• Assist mechanics to keep press/packaging equipment operational.
• Manual packing of metal connector plates and steel components.
• Inspect finished products and label steel lot numbers.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Forklift experience (preferred)

Communication skills

Mathematical ability

Tape measure reading

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift (preferred)

Job description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Operate a high speed stamping press and auxiliary equipment with manual and automated packaging processes. Meet and/or exceed daily production goals. Report all machine malfunctions to mechanics or supervisors. Assist mechanics whenever required to keep press/packaging equipment operational. Manually pack metal connector plates and/or steel components into packaging containers. Strive to keep product waste to a minimum; inspect finished products and mark steel lot numbers on shipping containers. Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty. This includes, but is not limited to the ability to work overtime as required, to be present at work, arrive on time and be at the work station ready for work at the start of the shift.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills: Effectively communicate with co-workers and management regarding work and safety issues. Mathematical Skills: Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Comprehend job training and safety instructions. Computer Skills: Some PC skills helpful, but not required. Other Skills and Abilities: Read a tape measure. Other Qualifications: Previous forklift experience preferred but not required.

MiTek Perks:

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner - allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at [phone]. www.mii.com

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