Press Operator

Steel Forgings Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Forgings Inc., a leading manufacturer servicing the oil and gas industry, seeks a Press Operator. The role demands experience in operating press equipment and adherence to safety and production guidelines. Candidates will be responsible for managing press production and ensuring quality standards are met while maintaining equipment and tooling.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Monthly bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years operating a press or industrial equipment.
• Prior forklift certification is required.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture fittings to job specifications.
• Change out press tooling based on production schedule.
• Operate and control the press furnaces.

Skills

Operating press equipment

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Utilizing micrometers

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Summary
Steel Forgings Inc. (SFI) is a leading manufacturer of custom butt weld fittings that has been servicing the oil and gas industry for over 70 years. SFI is seeking a Press Operator to join the SFI team.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture fittings to detail job specifications.
• Change out press tooling based on production schedule.
• Organize and maintain press tooling.
• Operate and control the press furnaces.
• Ability to read and understand detailed job requirements (job traveler).
• Operating mobile equipment.
• Must be able to take instruction and follow production and safety guidelines.
• In absence of lead press operator, assume the responsibilities of the day to day operation of the press and production output.

Knowledge, Experience, and Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience operating a press or industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Prior forklift certification.
• Ability to read and understand drawings.
• Must be able to utilize micrometers, calipers, and scales.
• Compliance with all safety policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, and other active movements.
• Working in hot environments for extended periods.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Eligible for Monthly Bonus based on company performance.
• Summer and Annual bonus based on company and personal performance.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Profit Sharing plan.
• Paid time off.