Press Operator - First Shift

Experience: Mid Level Salary: $15 - $25 per hour Job Details - KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Read and interpret manufacturing blueprints and drawings Set up new production orders on press equipment Adjust tooling and press settings to meet part specifications Run production orders through completion Perform in‑process checks to ensure parts meet quality standards Use basic metrology tools to verify dimensions Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area 4pm to 4:30am Monday- Thursday QUALIFICATIONS – NEEDED Education: High School diploma required Experience: Minimum 5 years of press operation or closely related manufacturing experience Technical Skills: Strong blueprint reading ability Experience setting up and adjusting tooling Operation of basic metrology instruments (calipers, micrometers, rulers, height gauges) Math Skills: Ability to work with decimals, fractions, and basic formulas Language: Fluent in English with ability to interpret manufacturing documentation Problem Solving: Able to troubleshoot production issues independently Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, bending throughout shift Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs Strong visual acuity and attention to detail A bit about us: - Founded decades ago and based in Sidney, Ohio, with additional operations supporting aerospace, metal packaging, and precision manufacturing customers nationwide, we are a highly respected manufacturer delivering complex, tight-tolerance components to critical industries. Our team leverages advanced machining technology and a culture of continuous improvement to produce high-quality parts that support some of the most demanding applications in the market. Why join us? - Competitive Compensation: Based on experience + shift incentives 401(k) with Company Match Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Company-Paid Life Insurance (Benefits Start Day One) Disability & Voluntary Life Insurance Options Collaborative Work Environment: Work alongside highly skilled machinists in a precision-driven culture Clean, Organized, Safety-First Shop Environment Stable, Growing Organization Serving Aerospace & Industrial Markets #manufacturing #precision-measurement #height-gauge #production-manufacturing #tooling-adjustment #calipers-and-micrometers #aerospace-precision-components #tier1