Press Operator - 2nd Shift
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Type: Contract to Hire
Location: Howell, MI
Description
Synergy Solutions is hiring a dependable Press Operator for trade assignments with leading employers. Apply your skills on projects that require precision, safety, and reliability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to develop your expertise and gain hands-on experience with advanced tools and technologies.
Position Overview:
The Press Operator is responsible for operating press equipment and production lines while following established processes, safety procedures, and TPM objectives. This position works as part of a team to maintain production efficiency, inspect finished parts, perform metal rework, support die changes, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operate press equipment and production lines according to established processes and procedures.
• Perform machine operations and monitor equipment performance.
• Correct and troubleshoot machine faults to minimize downtime.
• Perform basic press programming and adjustments.
• Complete inside and outside die changeovers.
• Build, troubleshoot, and adjust automation tooling.
• Load and unload sheet metal blanks and coils.
• Rack finished parts according to established specifications.
• Inspect parts throughout production to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Identify sheet metal and aluminum defects and assist with quality concerns.
• Perform metal rework on parts as needed.
• Initiate quality improvements and assist with resolving production concerns.
• Maintain production efficiency and meet established production objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities utilizing 5S and TPM processes.
• Follow all safety procedures and departmental process requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Operate a forklift when required and properly trained.
• Complete required production and quality documentation.
• Complete training related to automation equipment, tooling, welding, and ERP systems.
• Perform additional duties and work assignments as directed by management.
Desired Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Press operation or metal stamping experience preferred.
• General knowledge of manufacturing quality systems.
• Ability to identify sheet metal and aluminum defects.
• Basic knowledge of ERP systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to learn basic press programming and automation adjustments.
• Ability to build, adjust, and troubleshoot automation tooling.
• Welding experience or willingness to learn preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow established processes, safety procedures, and work instructions.
• Frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform activities including climbing, carrying, pulling, gripping, grasping, twisting, bending, stooping, and reaching throughout the workday.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, including 8 hours or more.
• Ability to use a telephone and computer keyboard.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing environment.
EEOC:
Synergy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Synergy, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight. The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and may not be a complete and detailed list of tasks. Employee must perform any and all other duties assigned by his or her supervisor. Additionally, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment and that the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.