Punch Press Operator II

4 days ago

Chippewa Falls, WI, United States SEEK CareersStaffing Full time
In this role, you will produce precision metal parts using a CNC punch or brake press while ensuring machines operate at peak efficiency, are well-stocked, and properly maintained. We prioritize safety, embrace challenges, foster collaboration, uphold accountability, and always strive to do the right thing. Join our team in Chippewa Falls as a Press Operator at a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments serving diverse industries, including electrical transmission, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace and defense, medical, food, and industrial sectors.

POSITION - Punch Press Operator II

JOB LOCATION - Chippewa Falls, WI

STARTING DATE - Immediate

EMPLOYMENT TERM - Temp-to-Hire

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Full-Time

WORK HOURS (SHIFT) - Weekend Shift (Fri-Sun, 5:45am-6:15pm)

STARTING PAY - Up to $22.50/hour or more, based on experience, plus shift differential

BENEFITS - Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(K), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Referral Bonus

REQUIRED EDUCATION - High School Diploma or equivalent required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE - Minimum of 2 years of related experience as a press operator in manufacturing setting, bonus if it was in sheet metal manufacturing and prior work on a punch or brake press

As a Press Operator, you'll be responsible to Operate CNC punch press or CNC brake press equipment to produce precision metal parts by cutting and punching, forming and bending according to specifications. Press Operators are responsible for monitoring machine performance, ensuring proper material supply, and performing routine maintenance to maintain efficient and accurate production.

Responsibilities
  • Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and rulers
  • Identify and sort defective parts based on flaw types
  • Read work orders to determine specs, materials, and tolerances
  • Set up, load, and operate machines; monitor and adjust as needed
  • Install and align punches, dies, and fixtures using standard tools
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and cleaning
  • Track production output and complete quality documentation
  • De-burr and finish parts as needed
  • Report material or equipment issues to supervisors
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area
  • Follow safety, quality, and production standards
  • Use special tooling (e.g., wheel-ribs, tapping heads) when required
  • Operate additional equipment such as plasma cutters and sheet lifters
  • Troubleshoot and resolve common issues independently
  • Meet or exceed productivity and quality (PPM) goals
  • Retain job knowledge and apply to similar tasks
  • Cross-train in other work areas and maintain required certifications
  • Support preventive maintenance and assist other departments as needed
Qualifications
  • Ability to read and understand basic instructions, memos, and simple correspondence
  • Ability to write clear and simple messages or notes
  • Perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
  • Read and interpret blueprints and work orders accurately
  • Apply practical reasoning to follow straightforward written or verbal instructions


About SEEK Careers/Staffing

You are a person with unique skills, experience and education.When you want to be heard and when you want to be matched with great career opportunities that are right for you, you can count on SEEK Careers/Staffing, Inc. Since 1971, our professional staffing consultants have been Servicing Your Success®.You'll find that the process is thorough and that your experience is personalized.

SEEK Careers/Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, genetic, military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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