Press Room Operator

Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC in St. Joseph, MO is hiring Press Room Operators to join our manufacturing team. This role operates stamping press equipment, loads materials, inspects parts, and supports production in a fast-paced setting.

No prior press room experience is required; on-the-job training is provided. We offer a Day Shift and a Weekend Shift with competitive pay ($19.00–$22.00/hr) and an 11% weekend differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation is helpful but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping press equipment per work instructions.
• Load raw materials and unload finished parts.
• Perform visual quality inspections.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area.
• Report issues and assist with cross-training.

Skills

Press operation

Quality inspection

Safety adherence

Manual handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is hiring Press Room Operators to join our manufacturing team in St. Joseph, Missouri. This position is responsible for operating stamping press equipment, loading and unloading materials, inspecting parts, and supporting production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. No prior press room experience is required. We provide on-the-job training for motivated individuals who are dependable, safety-focused, and ready to build a career in manufacturing.

Van-Am is an AS9100-certified manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, and commercial industries. Our team takes pride in producing high-quality components while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Available Shifts

• Day Shift: Monday-Thursday, 10-hour shifts
• Weekend Shift: Friday-Sunday, 12-hour shifts

Starting Pay

• $19.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on experience
• 11% Shift Differential for Weekend Shift

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping press equipment according to established work instructions
• Load raw materials and unload finished parts during production runs
• Perform visual inspections to ensure quality and consistency
• Follow production instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards
• Package, stack, and move finished parts to designated locations
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Report equipment issues, quality concerns, or safety hazards promptly
• Support additional production activities and cross-training opportunities as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, or production experience is helpful but not required
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Why Join Van-Am?

• Competitive pay
• 4-day workweek available on Day Shift
• 3-day Weekend Shift opportunity
• Paid Time Off
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth opportunities within a stable manufacturing company

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization. Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.

Van-Am is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.