Press Technicians

QPS Employment Group; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a detail-driven Press Technician to work on stamping presses. Your mechanical expertise ensures product quality and safety of ammunition produced.

This role requires reading and using precision instruments, operating presses, performing preventive maintenance, and following safety protocols. Apply if you have a High School diploma and ability to lift up to 50 pounds and pass pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing or pressing environment preferred.
• Ability to operate large press machinery and perform mechanical adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Operate presses and follow checklists to meet customer specifications.
• Inspect brass casings using calipers and micrometers for quality monitoring.
• Use PLEX production software to manage production data.
• Perform mechanical adjustments, preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Follow safety requirements including lockout/tagout and PPE.

Skills

Machinery Operation

Quality Assurance

Precision measurement

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLEX production software

Forklift

Job description

Position Title: Press Technician

Wage: $20.00 - $22.00/hour

Shift: 1st or 2nd

Hours: 5:00am - 3:00pm or 3:00pm - 1:00am

We're looking for a detail-driven Press Technician in Manitowoc, WI to work hands on in our stamping presses, where your mechanical expertise directly ensures the quality of products used by millions every day. Your precision ensures the reliability and safety of the ammunition produced.

Press Technician Responsibilities:

• Operate presses and follow checklists, procedures, and guidelines to production flow to meet customer specifications
• Inspect brass casings for cosmetic and functional defects using precision instruments (calipers, micrometers) for quality monitoring
• Utilize PLEX production software effectively
• Perform mechanical adjustments, preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment issues
• Adhere to safety requirements, including cleaning the work area, lockout/tagout, and wearing required PPE

Requirements for Press Technician:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working in manufacturing preferred
• Ability to work with large press machinery
• Previous forklift experience is a plus
• Intellectual curiosity, passion for machinery, positive attitude and self-discipline
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of quality and accuracy
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Strong mechanical, mathematical, reading comprehension and troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrate safe work practices, ability to work independently and within a team environment, and strong communication skills

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.