Press Operator

MiTek USA Inc; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

13 holidays

Volunteer time off

Dental plans

Vision plans

Bonuses

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

MiTek Industries in Hazelwood, MO seeks a production operator to operate stamping presses and auxiliary equipment for metal connector plates and steel components. The role emphasizes safety, quality compliance, and precise production reporting.

You will meet daily goals and assist mechanics to keep equipment operational. The ideal candidate has a High School/GED and up to 1 year of related experience, with strong math, the ability to read prints, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School/GED preferred.
• Up to 1 year related experience and/or training preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics.
• Ability to use small hand-power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32-inch increments.
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications.
• Soft Skills: Good communication, Problem solving, Adaptability, Collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping presses 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.
• Correctly feed slit ribbon material into the stamping dies and perform first piece inspection.
• Manually pack metal connectors 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.
• Monitor production equipment coolant and oil levels and adjust accordingly.
• Ongoing inspection of products being produced to our internal quality standards.
• Complete quality and production paperwork in its entirety throughout assigned shift.
• 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

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Communications

Problem solving

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements A Brief Overview

Operate stamping presses and auxiliary equipment producing metal connector plates and steel components with manual and automated packaging processes. Ensuring safety and quality compliance, as well as precise production reporting, are major responsibilities of this role.

What You Will Do

• Operate a 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
• Correctly feed slit ribbon material into the stamping dies and perform first piece inspection
• Manually pack metal connectors 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
• Monitor production equipment coolant and oil levels and adjust accordingly
• Ongoing inspection of products being produced to our internal quality standards
• Complete quality and production paperwork in its entirety throughout assigned shift
• 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.

Qualifications

• High School/GED preferred
• Up to 1 Year related experience and/or training preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to use small hand-power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32-inch increments
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications
• Soft Skills: Good communication, Problem solving, Adaptability, Collaboration

Physical Demands

This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to: stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull and crouch. This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

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 a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

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].

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