Press Operator

Wickeder Group │ Engineered Materials Solutions; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

401(k) with company contributions

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Wickeder Group │ Engineered Materials Solutions is seeking a Press Set-Up Technician to join our manufacturing team in Attleboro, MA. You will set up and operate automatic presses and related equipment, ensuring tolerances with micrometers and gauges.

Competitive hourly pay with overtime, plus benefits and on-the-job training. Eligible for a $1000 sign-on bonus based on experience, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic shop math knowledge.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions in English.
• Ability to use handheld measurement instruments.
• Experience operating continuous metal strip processing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate one or more presses, spot welders and tapping machines.
• May perform bench operations using hand-held equipment.
• May use punch press, degreaser, welders, pneumatic and/or foot presses, optical comparator scales, micrometers, fixed gauges, templates, torque wrenches, verniers, calipers, thread comparator, plug and ring gauges.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Maintain acceptable level of housekeeping order and cleanliness in area.
• Wear all required PPE at all times.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Reading English instructions

Measuring instruments

Maintenance mindset

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Basic Shop Math

English reading comprehension

Tools

Micrometer

Fixed gauges

Calipers

Thread comparator

Torque wrenches

Pneumatic tools

Optical comparator scales

Job description

Engineered Materials Solutions is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Press Set-Up Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team.

What we offer: competitive hourly wage with opportunities for overtime, comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.

*Ask about our $1000 sign-on bonus! (pay rate based on experience)

Position Summary

Set up and operate one or more automatic presses, compacting presses or four slides to punch, notch, pierce, slot, blank and form a variety of products. Follow instructions for methods of operating presses. Check work with micrometer and other measuring instruments and fixed gauges to check dimension to tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate one or more presses, spot welders and tapping machines.
• May perform bench operations using hand-held equipment
• May use punch press, degreaser, welders, pneumatic and/or foot presses, optical comparator scales, micrometers, fixed gauges, templates, torque wrenches, verniers, calipers, thread comparator, plug and ring gauges
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as scheduled
• Maintain acceptable level of housekeeping order and cleanliness in area
• Wear all required PPE at all times
• Perform other related duties as required

Education and Experience

• High School or Equivalency Diploma
• Basic Shop Math
• Ability to read and understand written instructions in English
• Ability to use handheld measurement instruments
• Experience operating continuous metal strip processing equipment preferred