Press Operator: Precision Forming & Quality Control

TYR Tactical LLC; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TYR Tactical LLC is seeking a Press Operator in Peoria, AZ to safely run hydraulic and pneumatic presses used for ballistic plates and armor components. You will load materials, run cycles, monitor parameters, perform quality checks, and unload finished parts to sustain production flow.

Responsibilities include tooling alignment, PLC monitoring, routine maintenance, crane handling, and collaborating with leads and engineers to drive improvements in quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing, production, warehouse, assembly, or related hands-on work experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret work instructions, travelers, and production drawings.
• Ability to use hand tools, gauges, and basic measurement equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate press machine according to established procedures ensuring consistent forming pressure, temperature, and dwell time per specifications.
• Monitor press operations on a PLC to verify quality, cycle time, and tooling performance throughout the run.
• Load and unload tools and materials into the press safely, using proper lifting techniques and equipment when needed.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance such as cleaning and inspecting press surfaces, and reporting mechanical or electrical issues promptly.
• Verify tooling alignment and ensure correct setup per work instructions or traveler documentation.
• Operate crane equipment in order to move press tooling on and off the machines.
• Collaborate with Leads, Engineers, and Management to troubleshoot process issues and implement improvements.
• Maintain clean and organized work area following 5S standards and safety requirements.
• Maintain a safety-first focus, prioritizing safety in all work activities.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings/travelers

Measurement concepts

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school

Tools

Hand tools

Gauges

Measurement equipment

Job description

TYR Tactical LLC is seeking a Press Operator in Peoria, AZ to safely run hydraulic and pneumatic presses used for ballistic plates and armor components. You will load materials, run cycles, monitor parameters, perform quality checks, and unload finished parts to sustain production flow.

Responsibilities include tooling alignment, PLC monitoring, routine maintenance, crane handling, and collaborating with leads and engineers to drive improvements in quality and efficiency.