Punch Press Set Up - Metal Stamping Industry (2nd Shift)

Lake Air Metals; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Air Products is seeking a 2nd shift Punch Press Set-Up Operator A in New Hope, MN to handle complex punch press setups, machine management, and die alignment. The role requires attention to quality, flexibility, and strong teamwork in a metal stamping environment.

Responsibilities include operating a single-stage punch press, inspecting parts for conformance, and performing routine maintenance. High School diploma required; 2-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of varied manufacturing experience preferred.
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
• Flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-moving environment while driving toward clarity and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Complex setups with little or no defects.
• Ability to manage multiple machines including automatic machines.
• Knowledge of bend allowances.
• Inspects work pieces for conformance to specifications and adjusts machine to correct errors.
• Assembles, installs, and aligns dies in press according to specifications.
• Starts press and observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.

Skills

People skills

Leadership collaboration

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Punch Press Set Up - Metal Stamping Industry (2nd Shift)

Full Time Direct New Hope, MN, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 3348

Salary Range: $20.00 To $27.00 Hourly

About Lake Air Products

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams.

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a 2ndshift Punch Press Set-Up Operator Afor our New Hope, MN location.

• Complex setups with little or no defects.
• Ability to manage multiple machines including automatic machines.
• Knowledge of bend allowances.
• Complex setups with little supervision.
• Inspects work pieces for conformance to specifications and adjusts machine to correct errors.
• Knowledge of using the proper punch and die clearances according to material type and thickness.
• Cleans lubricates, and has the ability to do maintenance on machines.
• Ability to manage secondary operations.
• Assembles, installs, and aligns dies in press according to specifications.
• Positions workpiece against fixtures or stop on machine bed or on die.
• Starts press and observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.
• Ability to operate a single stage Punch Press.
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complex setups with little or no defects.
• Ability to manage multiple machines including automatic machines.
• Knowledge of bend allowances.
• Complex setups with little supervision.
• Inspects work pieces for conformance to specifications and adjusts machine to correct errors.
• Knowledge of using the proper punch and die clearances according to material type and thickness.
• Cleans lubricates, and has the ability to do maintenance on machines.
• Ability to manage secondary operations.
• Assembles, installs, and aligns dies in press according to specifications.
• Positions workpiece against fixtures or stop on machine bed or on die.
• Starts press and observes operation to detect misalignment or malfunction.
• Ability to operate a single stage Punch Press.
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years of varied manufacturing experience preferred
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work with an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems

Lake Air Products Offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement

3:30pm to 2:00am Monday- Thursday (10-hours shift)