Job Description
Job Title: Press Room Operator – 1st Shift
Location: Shelton, CT
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Shift: 1st Shift (Monday–Friday, 7am-3:30pm)
Shift: 1st Shift (Monday–Friday, 7am-3:30pm)
Position Summary
Manufacturing Company is seeking a reliable and motivated Press Room Operator to join our manufacturing team in Shelton, CT. This position is responsible for operating and monitoring mechanical stamping presses and supporting equipment used in the production of precision metal components. The ideal candidate will have previous manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment.
-Essential Responsibilities
- Operate mechanical stamping presses in accordance with production schedules and quality requirements.
- Load raw materials and monitor production runs to ensure parts meet specifications.
- Perform routine inspections using basic measuring tools and visual inspection methods.
- Complete production documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Monitor machine performance and report equipment issues to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
- Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and quality standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Assist with material handling and setup support as needed.
-Equipment Operated
Operators may work with a variety of stamping presses and material handling equipment including:
Stamping Presses
- 300 Ton Bliss
- 200 Ton Bliss
- 150 Ton L&J EM2-150-48 Straight Side
- 150 Ton Minster P2-150 Straight Side
- 110 Ton Stamtec with Air Cushion
- 100 Ton Minster P2-100 Series Straight Side Presses
- 60 Ton Minster P2-60 Straight Side
- 60 Ton Bliss OBI Presses
- 60 Ton Minster OBI
- 45 Ton Minster, Bliss, and V&O OBI Presses
- 35 Ton Bliss and V&O OBI Presses
- 32 Ton Minster OBI
- 25 Ton V&O OBI
- 22 Ton Minster and Federal OBI Presses
-Auxiliary Equipment
- Stock Reels
- Coil Cradles
- Straighteners
- Material Feed Systems
Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing, machine operation, or press operation experience preferred.
- Ability to read work instructions and follow production procedures.
- Experience working with hand tools and measuring instruments is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn and work in a team-oriented environment.
-Preferred Experience
- Metal stamping or press room experience.
- Experience operating OBI and straight-side presses.
- Familiarity with coil-fed stamping operations.
- Understanding of manufacturing safety practices.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Shelton, CT |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Website | http://www.topprospectgroup.com/ |
About Company
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.
Skills
- Detail Orientedunmatched
- Documentationunmatched
- Hand Toolsunmatched
- Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
- Machining Operationsunmatched
- Maintenance Servicesunmatched
- Manufacturingunmatched
- Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
- Metal Manufacturingunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- Performance Analysisunmatched
- Production Controlunmatched
- Production Scheduleunmatched
- Production Systemsunmatched
- Quality Metricsunmatched
- Record Keepingunmatched
- Safety Processunmatched
- Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
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