Production Press Operator

Nbutexas; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 40,500 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Hornsby in Indiana is hiring multiple Production Press Operators for day and night shifts. This hands-on role involves operating stamping presses and progressive die equipment in a safety‑driven, team-focused setting with 3-day weekends on a 4‑day schedule.

The position offers a stable manufacturing environment, paid holidays and PTO, and long‑term career potential. Prior manufacturing experience and the ability to lift 70–90 lbs are preferred.

Qualifications

• Operate stamping presses and related production equipment safely.
• Follow production instructions and perform visual quality checks.
• Maintain production pace while adhering to safety procedures.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate stamping presses and auxiliary production equipment.
• Run parts according to production and inspection instructions.
• Perform visual inspections and identify quality concerns.
• Maintain safe operation around moving equipment.
• Keep production areas and dies clean and organized.
• Complete production and SPC documentation accurately.
• Support daily production goals and overall workflow.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Metal stamping experience

Industrial equipment operation

Basic mechanical aptitude

Visual inspections

Safety procedures

Strong attendance

Lift 70–90 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers or micrometers

Job description

A busy manufacturing operation is hiring multiple Production Press Operators for both day and night shift openings. This is a hands‑on production role working with stamping presses and progressive die equipment in a fast‑paced environment built around safety, quality, and teamwork.

If you like active work, production environments, and operating machinery instead of sitting behind a desk all day, this is a strong opportunity to join a stable manufacturing team offering consistent hours, 3 DAY WEEKENDS, and long‑term career potential.

Production Press Operator Benefits and Compensation:

• Starting pay of $19.23/hour
• Additional $0.25/hour attendance incentive for working scheduled weekly hours
• Night shift premium:
  • +$0.65/hour during first 90 days
  • Increases to +$1.00/hour after 90 days
• 4-day workweek with 3-day weekends:
  • Day Shift: Monday–Thursday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Night Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
• Union manufacturing environment
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Stable manufacturing company with long-term opportunity
• Multiple immediate openings available

Production Press Operator Requirements & Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, production, or metal stamping experience preferred
• Experience operating industrial equipment or presses strongly preferred
• Ability to work in a physically active manufacturing environment
• Comfortable lifting 70–90 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, and perform repetitive movement throughout the workday
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow production instructions
• Experience with visual inspections or production quality checks preferred
• Ability to maintain production pace while following safety procedures
• Strong attendance and dependability required
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Must haves:

• Operate stamping presses and auxiliary production equipment
• Run parts according to production and inspection instructions
• Perform visual inspections and identify quality concerns
• Maintain safe operation around moving equipment
• Keep production areas and dies clean and organized
• Complete production and SPC documentation accurately
• Support daily production goals and overall workflow

Production Press Operator Preferred Background & Skills:

• Automotive or industrial manufacturing experience
• Progressive die stamping experience
• CNC or fabrication production experience
• Forklift or material handling experience in manufacturing
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers or micrometers
• SPC or production quality documentation exposure
• Strong work ethic and manufacturing reliability

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Rogers Hornsby