Press Machine Operator

Punch Press Operator Pay: $18.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Position Summary We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Punch Press Operator to support daily manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will lead by example, follow work instructions accurately, maintain high-quality standards, and assist the Manufacturing Manager with production activities. Experience with the following is preferred: Metal stamping Die cutting Converting Hydraulic punch presses Production equipment CNC experience is not required Essential Job Functions Operate production equipment safely and properly. Read and follow work orders and production instructions accurately. Record part counts, lot and batch information, cure information when applicable, and scrap amounts. Load, operate, identify, and properly store tooling. Package products correctly to protect materials during handling and shipping. Label products accurately, including part number, quantity, lot number, and other required information. Identify and communicate waste generated during fabrication. Record labor hours for parts produced. Maintain a clean and organized shop area. Record production run parameters. Follow all safety protocols and procedures. Assist the Manufacturing Manager with production-related tasks as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred. At least one year of experience in a related manufacturing or production field preferred. Strong attention to detail. Excellent physical strength and stamina. Effective time-management skills. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Get a complete career fit with Kelly. You're looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we're here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice ( . Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Services