Precision Press Operator – Fast-Paced, Quality-Driven

Scapa Tapes North America; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mativ is seeking a manufacturing operator to join a team focused on delivering high-quality components in a clean, safe environment. The candidate should have 2+ years in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, with a shift from Monday to Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

The role involves reading blueprints, inspecting products, operating presses, and maintaining production records. Alpharetta, GA-based company offers growth and a collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Able to read, interpret, and follow technical instructions.
• Ability to read blueprints and take measurements with a ruler.
• Experience operating machinery and performing inspections.
• Understanding of key areas of the manufacturing process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret production records and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation.
• Inspect product to meet quality standards and customer specs.
• Read customer drawings, measurements, and tolerances including blueprints.
• Produce accurate medical or non-medical products.
• Adjust gear ratios and re-registration within the press.
• Record time and materials in SAP job costing module.
• Perform preventative maintenance and maintain logs.
• Operate or monitor multiple pieces of equipment for quality production.
• Follow safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Load/unload items on the production line and assist with packaging.
• Inspect for defects and pull items from line as needed.
• Collaborate with manufacturing staff on quality and production issues.
• Read ruler and traceability records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Read blueprints

Interpret technical instructions

Measurement with ruler

Machinery operation

Quality inspections

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Mativ is seeking a manufacturing operator to join a team focused on delivering high-quality components in a clean, safe environment. The candidate should have 2+ years in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, with a shift from Monday to Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

The role involves reading blueprints, inspecting products, operating presses, and maintaining production records. Alpharetta, GA-based company offers growth and a collaborative atmosphere.