Press Operator

Job Description

Job Description

On behalf of a leading regional manufacturer, we are seeking an attentive and reliable Press Operator to support high-precision production of flexible materials, including tapes, labels, gaskets, and laminates.

This is a great opportunity for either an entry-level candidate looking for structured, hands-on mechanical training or an experienced operator seeking a stable team environment. You will set up, run, and maintain converted material machinery while ensuring strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Equipment Operation: Read job orders, load raw materials, set up presses, and run machinery (slitting, laminating, die-cutting, or sheeting) to production standards.
• Quality Control: Conduct initial and routine in-process inspections using fixtures, jigs, and measuring tools to ensure parts meet client specs.
• Documentation: Log material usage, production run data, scrap counts, and efficiency metrics accurately in daily logs.
• Equipment Care: Perform routine daily cleaning, basic maintenance, and proper handling/storage of precision dies, tooling, and fixtures.
• Inventory & Support: Manage raw inventory, return unused materials to stock, package finished goods, and support general shop upkeep (5S standards).

Qualifications:

• Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical work instructions and job sheets.
• Preferred Experience: Background in converting, die-cutting, slitting, printing, or flexible packaging machinery (Entry-Level to Lead-Level welcomed).
• Flexibility: Primary opening is 1st shift, but candidate flexibility for 2nd or split shifts is appreciated if client production demands scale.

\nCompany Description

PrideStaff is a national staffing organization, delivering innovative solutions to the challenges employers face every day. Over the years, PrideStaff has been a consistent industry leader, developing technology and service processes that allow our organization to deliver superior performance. With locations across the United States, we're well positioned to partner with clients and candidates to ensure a successful match of employee talent with customer needs. When it comes to your success, we leave nothing to chance!

Our Mission: Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.

Company Description

PrideStaff is a national staffing organization, delivering innovative solutions to the challenges employers face every day. Over the years, PrideStaff has been a consistent industry leader, developing technology and service processes that allow our organization to deliver superior performance. With locations across the United States, we're well positioned to partner with clients and candidates to ensure a successful match of employee talent with customer needs. When it comes to your success, we leave nothing to chance! \r\n\r\nOur Mission: Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.