Press Operator - 1st Shift

Gibraltar Industries; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibraltar Industries is seeking a Press Operator for 1st Shift in Athens, Texas. This role involves operating molding presses and ensuring quality control in production. Ideal candidates should have a mechanical aptitude and prior manufacturing experience, and will benefit from competitive compensation and various health benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Free Life and AD&D coverage

Generous 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Ability to operate manual machines.
• Overhead crane and forklift operations.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload presses and reassemble molds per work orders.
• Operate molding presses and perform production tasks safely.
• Maintain quality standards during production.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Good math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM

The Opportunity

Founded in 1890, The D.S. Brown Company, a Gibraltar Industries Company, is a world-wide leader and supplier of engineered products to the bridge and highway industry. Headquartered in North Baltimore, Ohio, the Company actively sells to bridge and pavement contractors, specialty subcontractors, and construction product distributors. The D.S. Brown Company prides itself on its quality workforce and its reputable products. Check us out at www.dsbrown.com and become part of our awesome team!

The Machine Press Operator will perform tasks associated with the production of molded elastomeric bridge bearings. This position will load and/or unload presses and reassemble molds per production work order instructions. In addition, this role will be responsible for operating molding presses, handling tool equipment, forklift and overhead crane operations to perform job duties. The role is responsible for running production work orders safely while maintaining quality products, without rejection.

Who we're looking for

All your life, you've been a thinker - a practical innovator with rolled-up sleeves, a strong sense of purpose and healthy dose of optimist in you. A maker who gets things done. If you dream of using technology to make a difference in the world, we want you with us.

At Gibraltar, we're solving big problems and pushing the boundaries of what's possible, changing lives with smarter products and services in ag tech, renewable energy and residential products that will shape a better future for people and the planet. So we're looking for more than great talent, we're looking for good people with a unique point of view - creators ready to tackle our most important challenges.

If you thrive in a collaborative and inclusive culture, working side by side with talented teammates or hand in hand with customers and communities to solve real-world technology problems, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do

• Previous experience in a manufacturing plant
• Ability to operate one or more manual machines
• Overhead crane and forklift operations
• Read and understand production work orders and basic drawings
• Mechanical aptitude needed for problem solving
• Good math skills and ability to measure parts with calipers and/or tape measure
• Strong attention to detail
• Lift 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs consistently throughout the day
• Ability to work under extreme temperature conditions
• Maintain housekeeping standards in accordance with 6S principles
• Must have excellent work attendance
• Able to work any shift and overtime as needed
  
  

What we need

• High School Diploma or GED
  
  

What we offer

Health & Welfare

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
• Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
• Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
  
  

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous 401(k) plan
  
  

Flexibility & Time Off

• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.
  
  

Community & Personal Development

• Donation matching and time off to volunteer
• Educational reimbursement
  
  

About Us

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American ag tech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.

Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com

Gibraltar is an Equal Opportunity Employer; and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. In addition, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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