Press Setup/Operator

We Offer Competitive Pay and Benefits, Including:

• Sign-on bonus for eligible new employees

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan options

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Stable and flexible full-time schedule

• $1.00 shift differential

About the Role

Join a trusted Michigan manufacturer producing precision metal mesh filters used in industrial and commercial applications, since 1943!

As aPress Setup/Operator, you’ll set up and operate kick presses, punch presses, and other metal forming equipment to keep production running efficiently and safely.

This position is ideal for someone with a mechanical mindset and experience or interest in metal stamping, manufacturing, or press operation. If you take pride in craftsmanship and enjoy hands-on work in a clean, organized facility — this is your opportunity to build a long-term manufacturing career.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate manual and semi-automatic presses as directed by the Department Leader or Setup Technician

• Verify all safety devices are installed and in working order

• Perform first-piece inspection and buyoff to confirm product quality

• Continuously improve and reduce machine setup time

• Organize setup tools, dies, and arbors for efficiency

• React quickly to quality or equipment issues

• Operate metal cutting and forming machinery (kick presses, convoluters, dial presses, chandlers)

• Read shop packets and blueprints to confirm specifications and production requirements

• Measure parts using micrometers, calipers, and go/no-go gauges

• Maintain accurate counts of good and scrap parts

• Keep work area clean, safe, and well-organized

• Assist with production and secondary operations when setups are not required

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED

• 1–3 months of related experience in manufacturing, production, or machine operation (preferred)

• Ability to read blueprints and follow work instructions

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Basic math and measurement abilities

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and remain seated for extended periods

• Team-oriented attitude and commitment to quality work

Physical & Work Environment

• Frequent lifting up to 25–30 lbs

• Regular exposure to machine oils, heat, and moving mechanical parts

• Work may involve sitting, bending, or standing during operation

• Requires close and peripheral vision for small-part inspection

• Moderate to loud noise typical of a production manufacturing environment

Why Join Us

• Be part of a stable, long-standing Michigan manufacturer with growth opportunities

• Receive paid training and career advancement potential in machine setup, press operation, or quality inspection

• Competitive pay with solid benefits and room to grow

• Work with a supportive, safety-driven team that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Apply today to join our manufacturing team and build a career you can be proud of!

(Equal Opportunity Employer)

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Shop Math Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Press Brake
• Stamping Press