Punch Press Operator

Join Our Team as a Punch Operator!

Do you like a fast-paced environment where accuracy, quality focus, and follow-through are a must? Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can use your technical expertise to grow your career? Then this is the job for you! We’re looking for a talented and passionate individual to join our company as a Punch Operator in the Fabrication department.

Company Overview:

Special Products & Manufacturing is dedicated to being a world-class contract manufacturer and is recognized as an industry leader, recognized by The Fabricator FAB40 list 10 years in a row. SPM specializes in precision metal fabrication, precision machining, electro-mechanical assembly, welding, engineering, prototyping, laser cutting, powder coating and finishing.

At SPM, you don't just have a job - you have a home for your passion, surrounded by a team that supports and celebrates you. We want dedicated, talented people to help us continue building upon our tradition of excellence. It is important to us that our team members make a difference while still enjoying a work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains Punch Press (EMLK, Pegas, EMK) machine and performs the changing of pallets with little or no supervision. Amada Equipment Experience a plus.
• Download programs, align & build alphanumeric punching stamps and changes and load tools with minimal supervision
• Understand Punch Press scheduling format to locate material
• Raise quality issues to the next level if quality is compromised
• Utilize previously prepared programs and assigned tooling to complete each job
• Ability to understand print notes, apply notes and dimensions to the forming of a part.
• Follow instructions concerning installing and removing tooling, dimensional corrections and troubleshooting.
• Following instructions for scanning jobs in and out correctly, logging and identifying parts prior to leaving the area.
• Effectively read a square and dial calipers on OD/ID dimensions and measure specified dimensions from print.
• Responsible for checking the end product to ensure it meets customer specifications and SPM quality standards.
• Ensure to follow all SPM safety procedures associated with operating machinery, plant requirements and other safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively read a square, protractor and dial calipers
• Minimum of 2 yrs of Punch experience
• Ability to read blueprints
• Demonstrated competency in basic math
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or push up to 50lbs

Why Join Us:

• Competitive compensation package and benefits.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on operational efficiency and quality.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Career development and growth opportunities within a growing company.