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Press Operator

Clow
Merrifield, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026 CLOSED ON 6/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator position at Clow?

You’ll operate a hydraulic punch press (60–400 tons) to produce OEM components through blanking, piercing, and forming operations. This is hands-on work where you’ll load raw material or in-process parts, run jobs, and verify parts meet requirements.

Quality starts with raw material and continues through each operation. Your role is to catch anything that doesn’t meet requirements at the press before it moves forward.

You’ll be trained on setups, and different job runs so you can operate independently once the press is running. The focus is steady production, attention to detail, and keeping issues from moving downstream.

Shifts Available:

  • Shift 16: 3:00pm – 1:00am, Monday – Thursday ( $1.25/hour shift differential)
  • Shift 21: 6:00am – 6:00pm, Friday – Sunday ( $3.50/hour shift differential)

Starting Rate of Pay:

  • $19.25 per hour base rate. Candidates with relevant experience may be eligible for base pay up to $20.25 per hour.

 

Day-to-day looks like:

  • Set up the press, including tooling changes and job preparation from work orders and blueprints
  • Load raw material or in-process parts and operate the press to run blanking, piercing, and forming operations
  • Check parts at required intervals using basic measuring tools like calipers and gauges
  • Record job progress and production data in the ERP system
  • 6–12 months of manufacturing experience preferred
  • Basic math skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to use measurement tools (or willingness to learn)

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for the majority of the shift
  • Lift and carry materials up to 50–100 lbs occasionally; 10–16 lbs regularly
  • Bend, reach, and lift parts from waist to shoulder height frequently
  • Use hands for tool operation and press setup
  • Required PPE: hearing protection, eye protection, MET guard safety shoes
  • Annual pay-for-performance increases
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • FSA/HSA options
  • Employer-paid life and disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 24/7 on-site fitness center
  • Temperature-controlled facility

Clow Stamping Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, familial status, disability, genetic information, labor organization membership, public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants and employees are evaluated based on their conduct, experience, and performance, in accordance with Company policies.

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