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Punch Press Set-up Operator

Acro Industries
Rochester, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/10/2026

ACRO INDUSTRIES

JOB TITLE: Punch Press Set up Operator

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Punch Press Set Up Operator will contribute to the company’s success by performing a variety of set ups and operating powered presses to punch and form metal and other materials used in manufacturing operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Operate and set up punch press and perform press operations utilizing blank, form, draw, pierce, and progressive dies.
  • Maintains consistent quality and understand productivity rates for each job.
  • Responsible for the proper in process inspections up to and including SPC as required and their standard quality checks.
  • Must follow work instructions and work orders (routers) to ensure that all customer and Acro requirements are met.
  • Safe operation of tooling and equipment is understood and followed at all times.
  • Maintains a clean work environment.
  • Completes accurate paperwork including labor sheets, material pick lists and time records as appropriate.
  • Responsible for packaging parts in a safe and reasonable manner to move parts throughout the shop.
  • Responsible to stop process if at any time parts are not meeting the quality requirements or the process is not meeting the safety requirements.
  • Required to use measurement equipment such as micrometers, calipers and indicators with height gages as required for each job.
  • Mentors and coaches operators to ensure that they understand the requirements of the job that has been set up.
  • May approve product for first piece approval according to Acro’s standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Normal production environment.

· Safety glasses are always required in the manufacturing area.

· Lubricants and sharp metals will be part of the normal operations.

· Ability to lift, bend and twist repetitively as required for each job.

· Clear or correct vision and a close distance and ability to read small print, numbers, or measurement devices at a close distance.

· Ability to push or pull above the shoulder and perform repetitive hand and wrist motions.

· Ability to lift 15 lbs. unassisted and up to 50 lbs. with assistance.

· Will be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.

· Normal workweek is 40 hours with off-shift and weekend support as needed to assure work is completed in a timely fashion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

  • Punch Press Set Up: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Rochester, NY 14606 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25

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