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Press Operator

ArtiFlex Manufacturing
Sterling, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
PRESS OPERATOR – Aerospace, Defense amp; Prototype (An ArtiFlex Family Company)
Aerospace, Defense amp; Prototype Group innovates metal forming solutions for the mobility industry for space, aircraft, rotorcraft, automotive and commercial vehicles. The Press Operator is responsible for setup, tryout and running the parts through the operation, while meeting precise quality standards.
This position is a first (1st) shift position and is located at our facility in Sterling Heights Michigan.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Proficient use of hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, scale, etc.)
  • Operate basic shop equipment (band saws, metal shear, die grinders, presses, etc.)
  • Material identification based on requirements (work order, traveler, material tag)
  • Execute a 2-4 piece die setup and run parts
  • Learn to use a check aid and read basic blueprints
  • Learn how to barber tools (non-class “A”)
  • Able to spot die to die and some experience spotting with metal
  • Ability to TIG weld on horizontal surfaces and some vertical surfaces
  • Ability to program presses
  • Able to develop blanks
  • Able to use a check aid properly (clamping, nets)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Manufacturing background
  • Background in prototype die set up and run
  • Aerospace industry experience
  • Detail-oriented motivated individual that brings a positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow
  • Regular physical movement of bending stooping, sitting amp; on feet for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Who We Are:
ArtiFlex Manufacturing designs and builds products and solutions for companies with tough challenges by employing people with a willingness and ability to be “Innovative. Problem Solving. Partners.” We support and embody a vision of safely growing our people and unleashing their full potential because we see greatness in everyone we hire. Better products and services for our customers result from the dedicated development of our employees. That’s our culture.
Benefits:
ArtiFlex employees are ArtiFlex owners with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We provide a full array of Health and Welfare plans including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long amp; Short-Term Disability, Life, Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts, 401k Matching, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Annual Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, Tool Purchase Program, Career Development, Training, Vehicle Purchase Supplier Discount, Company Events, Celebrations, and more!

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