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Punch Press Operator

MAT Friction
Dallas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026
Company Description

Founded in 1984, MAT Holdings, Inc. is a privately held $1.9 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers and sourcing offices worldwide in the automotive, fencing, hardware, and power equipment sectors. Headquartered in Long Grove, Illinois we have over 40 factories on three continents, including 2.1 million square feet of U.S. distribution and manufacturing space. We provide our customers with a full range of services including U.S. and overseas engineering, quality assurance, logistic and distribution support, strategic warehousing, bi-lingual sourcing, product development, and marketing. MAT is a family of companies and products providing employment opportunities with more than 14,000 employees in 12 countries.

Our brake shoe manufacturing facility in Dallas, TX produces high quality brake shoes as well as new brake kits and lined shoes for medium and heavy duty truck and bus applications. The business is part of the brake products group of MAT, which is a part of our presence in the commercial vehicle braking segment and complements our existing product offering in our heavy duty portfolio.

Job Description

Job Summary

Starting wage is $17.00/hr $1.25 2nd shift premium. Excellent benefits and fast advancement opportunities.

1st Shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm Monday - Friday

2nd Shift: 3:00 pm - 1:30 am Monday - Thursday

Operate electrically powered presses to cut, shape, and form metal components in the re-manufacture of brake components.

Principle Responsibilities

  • Position and align parts to be stamped in punch press machine.
  • Start machine, observe operation, monitor displays, and readjust machine to ensure finished assemblies conform to specifications.
  • Operate machine manually or from automatic settings.
  • Disposes of scrap and rejected material in an appropriate manner and according to safety regulations.
  • Follow established quality procedures.
  • Comply with all company safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Maintain a clean work environment.

Qualifications

Competencies

  • Ability to lift 15-25 lbs. throughout shift
  • Manual dexterity
  • High attention to detail
  • Diligent use of personal protective equipment
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits

  • $1,000 sign-on bonus after 120 days of full-time employment
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Paid vacation and sick pay
  • 401k Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement for PT & FT employees
  • Career Development based on Skills Matrix

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary : $17

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