Die Cast & Stamping Production Operator (Cross-Trained)

Snelling Staffing - Texas
  • Sherman, TX
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Die Cast & Stamping Production Operator (Cross-Trained)

    Ready to make an impact across several production lines? Join us in a full-time role supporting Die Cast, Knobline, Punch Press, and Stake Flag operations. Learn new equipment, expand your skills, and grow your manufacturing career.

    What You’ll Do

    • Set up, run, and keep a close eye on production machinery.
    • Load raw materials, components, and parts per job specs and work orders.
    • Follow setup instructions and production specifications precisely.
    • Tweak machine settings to preserve quality and throughput.
    • Detect and address jams, defects, or operating issues.
    • Conduct visual checks and basic quality inspections on finished parts.
    • Use calipers, gauges, and other measuring tools when needed.
    • Remove, trim, assemble, or package completed parts.
    • Record output accurately and complete all production paperwork.
    • Maintain an orderly, clean workstation.
    • Follow safety procedures and wear PPE at all times.
    • Assist with changeovers, tooling, roll changes, and minor troubleshooting as trained.

    Where You’ll Make an Impact (By Department)

    • Die Cast: Operate die-casting equipment; handle molded metal parts; remove excess material; inspect components.
    • Knobline: Run and monitor equipment that produces and assembles knob components.
    • Punch Press: Set/operate progressive stamping equipment; load coils; monitor dies; install guards; check parts; submit first-piece inspections.
    • Stake Flag: Operate wire-cutting and production machinery to manufacture and assemble marking flags and wire stakes.

    What Sets You Up for Success

    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
    • Prior manufacturing, machine-operation, or production experience preferred.
    • Mechanical aptitude and the drive to learn different machines.
    • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
    • Experience with measuring tools is a plus.
    • Strong eye for detail and quality.
    • Consistent attendance and a stable work history.
    • Openness to cross-training and rotating between departments.
    • Commitment to safe work around moving machinery, metal components, and production equipment.

    Physical Expectations

    • On your feet: stand and walk through most of your shift.
    • Repetition: frequent hand, arm, and body movements.
    • Mobility: bend, reach, push, pull, and handle materials regularly.
    • Strength: lift and move up to 50 pounds.
    • Environment: manufacturing floor with noise, heat, and moving equipment.

    Skills That Help You Shine

    • Blueprint Reading
    • Assembly
    • Calipers
    • Die Casting
    • Gauges
    • Machine Operation
    • Machine Setup
    • Manufacturing
    • Material Handling
    • Mechanical Aptitude
    • Production
    • Progressive Stamping
    • Punch Press
    • Quality Inspection
    • Safety Procedure
    • Troubleshooting
    • Preventive Maintenance

    If you like learning new equipment, appreciate clear procedures, and take pride in quality work, you’ll fit right in.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSherman, TX

    Skills

    • Blueprintsunmatched
    • Component Assemblyunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Die Castingunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Machining Operationsunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Metal Manufacturingunmatched
    • Metal Moldingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Production Machiningunmatched
    • Production Specificationsunmatched
    • Punch Pressunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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