Press Operator - Autos, Swing Shift

Simpson Strong-Tie; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses/commission

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Simpson Strong‑Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors and solutions. The Press Operator position in Stockton, CA, works Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm to 12:00 am with a $1.50 shift differential. Responsibilities include operating a stamping press, nesting parts, inspecting quality, and assisting with set‑ups.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and PIT certification at hire. The role includes forklift operation, reading work orders and drawings, and using ERP/Office tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Simpson Strong‑Tie PIT Certification to be provided at hire.
• Six months manufacturing experience or training.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and related techniques.
• Safety: prioritize safe work practices in a production environment.
• Customer service mindset and effective communication.
• Ability to read production drawings and understand prints.
• Self-motivated with time management skills.
• Teamwork: collaborate to meet production goals.
• Ability to operate a forklift and read a tape measure (to 1/32”).
• Computer skills: ERP systems, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Operate automatic stamping press and related equipment to meet production standards.
• Nest, package, and palletize parts.
• Observe press operation to detect defects and adjust as needed.
• Perform quality inspections per drawings and procedures.
• Assist with press set-ups and changeovers.
• Operate forklift to move raw materials and finished goods.
• Read work orders to determine materials, dimensions, and tolerances.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Self-management

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Independent worker

Forklift operation

Tape measure reading

ERP systems

Word/Outlook

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

ERP systems

Tape measure

Word/Outlook

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson, established 9 Principles of Business that we live by. These values have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956, and our team of talented people is dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

About

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for operating a progressive automatic stamping press in such a manner as to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, LEAN and production goals in a fast‑paced, high‑volume sheet metal manufacturing operation. This is a swing shift position Monday to Friday from 3:30 pm to 12:00 am and is eligible for a shift differential of $1.50.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Operate automatic stamping press and all related coil processing equipment to produce required products according to set production standards. Nest parts, package them and palletize cartons. Observe continuous operation of automatic stamping press to ensure products meet specifications and to detect defects or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
• Perform quality inspections to drawings and specifications per written procedures.
• Assist others with press set‑ups and changeovers.
• Operate a forklift to move raw material and finished goods as needed.
• Read through work orders to determine specifications, such as materials to be used and product dimensions and tolerances. (15%)
• Maintain stamping press area clean and organized making sure all tools and supplies are returned to home locations after use. (10%)

Desired Skills And Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Simpson Strong‑Tie Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification (will certify at hire).
• Six months manufacturing related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and training.
• Manufacturing process knowledge: Demonstrates a basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• Safety: Able to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment.
• Customer service skills: Applies customer service principles and processes on the job and with others.
• Communication skills: Speaks in the most effective way to relay information. Listens and asks questions to ensure understanding.
• Written comprehension: Able to read and understand prints, information and ideas presented in writing. Able to read production drawings and diagrams and interpret information from work orders applicable to the manufacturing of products.
• Self‑management skills: Uses time efficiently to complete tasks.
• Ability to work independently: Follows both written and oral instructions, including safety guidelines, work instructions, and company policies.
• Teamwork: Able to work with team sharing responsibilities to achieve production goals.
• Equipment and tools: Able to operate a forklift. Able to read a tape measure to within 1/32”.
• Computer: Able to operate a computer, ERP systems and basic applications such as Word and Outlook.
• Operation monitoring: Able to monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality control analysis: Conducts accurate inspections of product to evaluate quality.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8‑12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. The employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

Work Environment

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

Travel Required

This job does not require travel.

Work Status & Location

This full‑time, non‑exempt, Union position is located in Stockton, CA.

Relocation

Relocation is not available for this position.

Pay

$18.00 / hour

Rewards

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first‑rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly — and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full‑time employees including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.