Press Operator

Jobot; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Training and skills development

Team environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Press Operator in St. Louis, MO to set up and operate hydraulic press equipment that supports assembly, disassembly, and repair of mechanical components.

You will review drawings, position parts, monitor alignment and pressure, and verify dimensions with calipers and micrometers. The role offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and AD&D coverage, disability, PTO, a 401(k), and hands-on training.

Qualifications

• Ability to set up and operate hydraulic press equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and work instructions.
• Attention to safety and quality in machining environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hydraulic press equipment to support assembly, disassembly, and repair.
• Position components using fixtures and tooling; monitor alignment and pressure.
• Inspect parts for wear and fit; use calipers/micrometers to verify dimensions.
• Review drawings and work orders before starting each job; maintain records.
• Follow safety protocols including lockout/tagout and housekeeping.

Skills

Press operation

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Press Operator

$20 - $30 per hour | St. Louis, MO | On-site | Permanent

Heavy Equipment Repair & Rebuilds | Hands-On Mechanical Work

A bit about us:

Founded over two decades ago and based in St. Louis, Mo with another location in Osseo, we supply crushing, screening, and specialty equipment to customers throughout the Midwest's aggregate, mining, and recycling industries. We support our customers with equipment, replacement parts, troubleshooting, and complete rebuild services, helping keep demanding operations running efficiently.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid time off and a 401(k)
• Training and hands-on skill development
• A team environment built around supporting one another.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Set up and operate hydraulic press equipment to support mechanical component assembly, disassembly, and repair.
• Position and support components using appropriate fixtures, tooling, and approved handling methods.
• Install or remove bearings, bushings, shafts, and other press-fit components according to work instructions.
• Review drawings, work orders, and component specifications before beginning each job.
• Monitor alignment, pressure, and component movement throughout pressing operations; stop work when conditions fall outside approved limits.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions and completed work.
• Inspect parts for wear, damage, and improper fit, communicating findings to the service team.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, maintain job records, and keep the work area organized.
• Follow machine guarding, material handling, and applicable lockout/tagout procedures.

Needed

• Previous hydraulic press operation experience in an industrial, machine shop, or equipment repair environment; 1-3 years
• Experience setting up, aligning, and supporting components for pressing operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical assembly and disassembly, including press-fit components.
• Ability to interpret work instructions, drawings, and dimensional specifications.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, or comparable inspection tools.
• Ability to recognize unsafe setups, abnormal resistance, and component misalignment.
• Heavy equipment repair, crusher rebuild, rigging, forklift, or overhead crane experience preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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