What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Operator - 1st Shift position at Hubbell Incorporated?
Job Overview
The Press Setup Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring press machines to produce high-quality parts according to specifications. This role ensures compliance with all safety protocols, ISO standards, and quality control procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The operator plays a key role in supporting production efficiency, minimizing downtime through proactive machine operation, and performing basic troubleshooting to keep operations running smoothly.
A Day In The Life
As a Press Operator, Your Daily Responsibilities Will Include
Experience & Skills
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical Solutions
Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
The Press Setup Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring press machines to produce high-quality parts according to specifications. This role ensures compliance with all safety protocols, ISO standards, and quality control procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The operator plays a key role in supporting production efficiency, minimizing downtime through proactive machine operation, and performing basic troubleshooting to keep operations running smoothly.
A Day In The Life
As a Press Operator, Your Daily Responsibilities Will Include
- Set up and operate press machines according to job specifications and production schedules.
- Inspect parts for quality and accuracy using measuring tools such as calipers and gauges.
- Complete required documentation, including production logs and quality inspection forms, with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Perform routine checks and adjustments to maintain machine performance and product consistency.
- Utilize hand tools and shop equipment to assist with setup and minor repairs.
- Monitor machine operation throughout the shift, addressing issues promptly to avoid downtime.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and meet production goals.
Experience & Skills
- 1–5 years of experience operating press machines or similar manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret production prints and specifications.
- Skilled in using precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
- Familiarity with machine controls (start, stop, E-stop) and basic troubleshooting.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- High school diploma, GED, or trade school experience preferred.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, memos, and technical documentation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to complete quality forms and inspection reports accurately.
- Skilled in using hand tools and shop equipment (wrenches, air guns, etc.).
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 35 lbs.
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical Solutions
Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.