Demo

Press Operator

Worthington Enterprises
Maize, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026
Job Description

Worthington Enterprises is excited to be hiring a Mechanical Punch Press Operator. This individual is responsible for the safety, quality and productivity of a 300-ton punch press machine. This position is also responsible for timely processing of customer orders and flow of material, contributing to process efficiency. Will be responsible for correctly tagging the finished material and moving it to the next designation and stages as required. 

This is a day shift position 6am to 6pm.

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one
  • Vacation, 401k and profit sharing available after 90 days
  • Great company culture

Responsibilities

  • Receives instructions, material requirements, prints, and work orders for the job.
  • Plans details of working procedure.
  • Performs routine maintenance and machine set-up when necessary.
  • Operates machine to perform necessary job on parts according to instructions and to blueprint specifications.
  • Performs first piece inspection using one or more method to assure all dimensions are correct and within given tolerances.
  • Makes fine adjustments to machine to bring part within tolerances.
  • Places finished material on a pallet or in a container with the work order and piece part number.
  • Moves material to next destination and stages as required.

Desired Experience

  • Ability to lead by example, coach and train
  • Can read productions and log required documentation accurately
  • Above average knowledge of machine process and steel defects
  • Ability to write accurate reject reports
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Ability to read blueprints and comprehend instructions and short correspondence
  • Ability to perform all required quality checks and surface inspection of material
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to see small detail, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
  • Forklift and crane training provided
  • Required OSHA safety training
  • May require First Responder Training (1st Aid and CPR)
  • Must have a valid driver’s license

About Us

Our Company is proud to have a dynamic and inclusive workforce where employees are empowered to innovate, thrive and grow. We believe that each employee’s unique strengths contribute to the success of our organization. This belief extends to how we consider our job applicants. Your talents may align with this position or other opportunities within our organization. Apply today to start unlocking your career potential with Worthington Enterprises.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment with Worthington Enterprises and need an accommodation or assistance using the careers website, please contact careers@wthg.com.

Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Products and Consumer Products.

The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time®, Bernzomatic®, Coleman® (propane cylinders), CoMet®, Elgen, Garden Weasel®, General®, HALO™, Hawkeye™, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, NEXI™, Pactool International®, PowerCore™, Ragasco®, Well-X-Trol® and XLite™, among others.

Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.

Salary.com Estimation for Press Operator in Maize, KS
$43,801 to $54,909
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Press Operator?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Press Operator career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$48,232 - $59,817
Income Estimation: 
$83,358 - $103,871
Income Estimation: 
$71,548 - $88,918
Income Estimation: 
$63,993 - $81,891
Income Estimation: 
$76,263 - $101,711

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Press Operator.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Batch Testing Skill

    • Income Estimation: $121,089 - $154,193
    • Income Estimation: $124,827 - $154,865
  • Bug/Defect Tracking Skill

    • Income Estimation: $114,147 - $153,954
    • Income Estimation: $127,094 - $153,876
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Worthington Enterprises

  • Worthington Enterprises Chilton, WI
  • Join our Team as a Training Lead! The Trainer Lead is responsible for training, coaching, and developing employees on their specific area's processes and j... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Worthington Enterprises Alpharetta, GA
  • Job Description Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE), a joint venture between Worthington Industries and Armstrong World Industries, has established worldw... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Worthington Enterprises Columbus, OH
  • Job Description The Product Support Engineer (PSE) provides technical support, ensures regulatory compliance, and serves as the design authority for the pr... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Worthington Enterprises Warwick, RI
  • Job Description Join our team as a Food Service Assistant. This position will require you to work closely with Department staff in order to learn full oper... more
  • 3 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Press Operator jobs in the Maize, KS area that may be a better fit.

  • Leading Technology Composites, Inc. Wichita, KS
  • Take this opportunity to start or continue a career in composite manufacturing. LTC manufactures world-class products that protect lives and help planes fl... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • SHARPLINE CONVERTING Wichita, KS
  • Brake Press Operator Sharpline Converting is seeking an energetic, dependable candidate as a Brake Press Operator on 1st shift. This position is responsibl... more
  • 13 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!