Press Operator
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$18.00 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Wixom, Michigan |
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Job Description
Job Description
Apex Placement & Consulting has partnered with an exciting manufacturing organization seeking a motivated and dependable Press Operator to join their team in Wixom, MI. In this role, you will assist with machine setup and operation while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment and committed to producing quality products as part of a team.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Day shift schedule Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm
- Competitive hourly wage at $18.00/hr.
- Contract to hire opportunity with excellent benefits upon hire to include
- Medical, dental and vison insurance
- Company paid holidays
- Accrued PTO based on tenure
Essential Responsibilities:
- Operate die-cut press equipment to manufacture quality parts according to production schedules.
- Set up jobs and perform machine changeovers following established work instructions.
- Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.
- Complete production documentation and maintain accurate manufacturing records.
- Perform daily press maintenance and report mechanical issues to the Production Supervisor.
- Safely handle tooling, clean equipment, and maintain an organized work area.
- Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, continuous improvement, and Kaizen activities.
- Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
- Work collaboratively with team members to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Previous manufacturing or machine operator experience preferred; die-cut press experience is a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
- Ability to read work instructions and follow standardized manufacturing processes.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Good math skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to lift 30+ pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
- Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience using PLEX ERP/manufacturing software is a plus.
- Reliable, dependable, and able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.
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