Turret Punch Press Operator

Turret Punch Press Operator

As a Turret Punch Press Operator, you will operate Strippet Turret machines and learn the process of setups. You will utilize fanuc controls, set parameters, and run programs. Reading from blueprints and utilizing GD&T for tolerances and inspections will be part of your daily tasks. Additionally, you will be responsible for loading and unloading large stacks of sheet metal into machines, stacking sheet metal, and grinding and deburring sheet metal as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Operate Strippet Turret machines and learn setup processes.
• Utilize fanuc controls to set parameters and run programs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and utilize GD&T for tolerances and inspections.
• Load and unload large stacks of sheet metal into machines and stack sheet metal.
• Grind and deburr sheet metal as needed.

Essential Skills:

• 2+ years of experience in turret operating or setup.
• Experience with GD&T and blueprints.
• Precision sheet metal fabrication knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Preferred knowledge of car-type mechanical systems.
• Solid references based on attendance record.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy company-paid medical benefits and a beautiful work environment in a sheet metal precision job shop. We offer 401K matching, and 2 weeks of paid vacation eligible after 90 days. As a 2nd generation family business, we maintain a small company feel with monthly company-catered lunches for safety rewards and a high focus on shop safety.

Work Environment:

Work in an extremely nice climate-controlled fabrication job shop with custom projects. Most of the machines are just a few years old, allowing you to work with state-of-the-art equipment daily.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of St Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $33.00/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 St Paul, MN.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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.