Press Operator

Apex Staffing Company; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid holidays

Accrued PTO

Job summary

Apex Staffing Company in Michigan is seeking a manufacturing operator to run a die-cut press and maintain quality parts per production schedules.

You will set up jobs, perform changeovers, inspect products, and document manufacturing records while supporting lean initiatives and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or machine operator experience preferred; die-cut press experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate die-cut press equipment to manufacture quality parts.
• Set up jobs and perform machine changeovers per work instructions.
• Inspect finished products to meet quality standards and customer specs.
• Complete production documentation and maintain manufacturing records.
• Perform daily press maintenance and report issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Safely handle tooling, clean equipment, and maintain an organized work area.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, continuous improvement, and Kaizen activities.
• Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Die-cut press experience

Mechanical aptitude

Read work instructions

Excel & Word basics

Math skills

Lift 30+ lbs

Fast-paced environment

ISO/Lean familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PLEX ERP

Job description

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:– Day shift schedule Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm

• Competitive hourly wage-$17.50-$18.00/hr based on experience
• Contract to hire opportunity with excellent benefits upon hire to include1. Medical, dental and vison insurance2. Company paid holidays

1. Accrued PTO based on tenure

Essential Responsibilities:– Operate die-cut press equipment to manufacture quality parts according to production schedules.

• Set up jobs and perform machine changeovers following established work instructions.

• Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.

• Complete production documentation and maintain accurate manufacturing records.

• Perform daily press maintenance and report mechanical issues to the Production Supervisor.

• Safely handle tooling, clean equipment, and maintain an organized work area.

• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, continuous improvement, and Kaizen activities.

• Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.

• Work collaboratively with team members to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications:– Previous manufacturing or machine operator experience preferred; die-cut press experience is a plus.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.

• Ability to read work instructions and follow standardized manufacturing processes.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Good math skills and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to lift 30+ pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.

• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF/TS16949, or Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.

• Experience using PLEX ERP/manufacturing software is a plus.

• Reliable, dependable, and able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.