Stamping Press Operator

Orchid Monroe LLC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UPG Electrical is seeking a Stamping Operator in Wisconsin to safely run stamping presses, load metal coils, and ensure parts meet spec. You will perform quality checks, document production data, and support Kaizen improvements in a fast-paced plant.

The role requires reading blueprints, ERP literacy, and basic mechanical aptitude, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training a plus.
• Experience in stamping/manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions, loads, and basic blueprints.
• Comfort with ERP to retrieve documents and enter data.
• Learn press operations and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable, team oriented.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently; 70+ lbs with assistance.
• Forklift knowledge or certification is a plus.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up, load, and unload metal coils through progressive dies with proper labeling.
• Align parts between dies to ensure stamping and quality output.
• Perform routine quality checks with gauges and calipers to verify specs.
• Complete production documentation including job cards and ERP entries.
• Monitor equipment and report malfunctions or safety hazards immediately.
• Remove scrap and dispose of materials in designated containers.
• Maintain 5S clean and safe work environment per standards.
• Follow SOPs and operator instructions for consistent production.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and kaizen events.
• Assist maintenance or setup during changeovers and troubleshooting.
• Uphold quality accountability and contain nonconforming product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

ERP systems

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary technical training

Tools

Forklift knowledge

Job description

Job Description

The Stamping Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating stamping presses to produce high-quality parts that meet customer and company specifications. This role plays a key part in maintaining smooth production flow, ensuring product accuracy, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, load, and unload metal coils through progressive dies, including banding and properly labeling coils at the completion of a production run.
• Align parts accurately between dies or position them against fixtures to ensure proper stamping and quality output.
• Perform routine quality checks using gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to verify conformance to specifications.
• Accurately complete all required production documentation, including job cards, tally sheets, quality check sheets, and ERP entries.
• Monitor equipment performance and report any malfunctions, abnormalities, or safety hazards to supervision immediately.
• Remove metal scrap from the die, press bed, and surrounding work area; properly dispose of scrap materials in designated containers
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment by adhering to 5S principles and company safety/environmental standards.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), operator instructions, and quality requirements to ensure consistency in production.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities, including kaizen events, process improvement initiatives, and waste reduction efforts.
• Assist maintenance or set-up personnel during changeovers or troubleshooting as needed.
• Uphold quality accountability for all parts produced and immediately contain and report any nonconforming product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary technical training a plus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or stamping environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, load/packing instructions, and basic blueprints.
• Comfortable working with ERP systems to retrieve documents, enter data, and confirm production transactions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn press operations and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and a positive team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull materials of various shapes, sizes, and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently; 70+ lbs. occasionally with assistance).
• Forklift knowledge or certification is a plus.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

UPG Electrical is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.