Press Operator — Weekly Pay & Skills Growth

Express Employment Professionals; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting a Press Operator for a local fabrication company in Saint Joseph, MO. The role involves operating press equipment, reading blueprints, measuring parts, and maintaining quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced fabrication environment with attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Requires manufacturing experience and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read blueprints and production instructions.
• Standing for extended periods with frequent bending/reaching.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press equipment according to production specifications.
• Load and position materials before each production cycle.
• Read and follow blueprints, work orders, and job instructions.
• Measure and inspect finished parts for accuracy and quality.
• Make machine adjustments as needed.
• Monitor equipment throughout production.
• Identify and report equipment or quality issues.
• Complete production paperwork as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints reading

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Punctual

Hand-eye coordination

Safety awareness

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Press equipment

Industrial machinery

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting a Press Operator for a local fabrication company in Saint Joseph, MO. The role involves operating press equipment, reading blueprints, measuring parts, and maintaining quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced fabrication environment with attention to detail and teamwork.