Press Operator

Job Title: Press Operator

Job Description

Set up and operate heavy-duty power presses to bend, form, stretch, and straighten various products such as plates, extrusions, and structural shapes as specified by blueprints, layouts, and templates.

Responsibilities

• Plan the sequence of operations by applying knowledge of materials.

• Assist in setting up and operating multiple automatic and/or multi-slide presses simultaneously for various stamping products.

• Work from drawings, route sheets, schedules, written, and verbal instructions.

• Check materials for correct size and type, load coils, and adjust the uncoiler and material rollers.

• Assist with setup of complicated progressive dies, movable and stationary forming blocks, and adjust stroke and feed as needed.

• Use micrometers, calipers, scales, and fixed gauges to check work in process and ensure adherence to specifications.

• Move materials in the performance of duties using a lift truck or crane as necessary.

• Install and check safety devices as needed for specific jobs.

• Report faulty equipment, defective material, and unusual conditions to the supervisor.

• Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.

• Perform other related duties as assigned or directed, which may require more than the normal shift hours or work week to meet company needs.

• Climb stairs and ladders.

• Lift and carry at least 25 pounds.

Essential Skills

• Experience reading blueprints.

• Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, go/no-go gauges, and tape measures.

• Experience with press operation and machine operating.

• Knowledge in inspection and production processes.

• Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills.

• 3 years of manufacturing experience, with some experience operating general manufacturing machinery.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and meet operational deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to bend, squat down, and reach above the head.

• Innovative and adaptable.

• Dedicated to absolute integrity.

• Focused on the customer first.

• Respectful and team-oriented.

• Optimistic and energizing.

Why Work Here?

Join a team-oriented and innovative company that offers numerous opportunities for growth. Experience a dynamic and forward-thinking environment where your ideas are valued. Be part of a company that has made significant positive changes and offers a stable career path with individuals who have been part of the team for over 20 years.

Work Environment

This is a primarily stamping facility where fasteners for the steel industry are produced. The work environment includes a 2nd shift from 3 pm to 11 pm and a 3rd shift from 11 pm to 7 am, with a $2 shift differential. Employees must be open to working on Saturdays and Sundays, with Sundays being double-time if it's the 7th day worked. The company is known for innovation, quality, and reliability, providing a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.