Press Operator

Machine Operator We are looking for a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will operate progressive presses, tandem presses, and transfer presses to bond metal components, produce, verify, stack, and sort metal stampings. This role is integral to maintaining our high standards of quality and production efficiency. Pay: $21-$23hr Responsibilities Manually load parts or blanks into the machine and place parts into inventory baskets. Inspect components and assemblies visually for quality defects including scrap marks, rust, burrs, lamination, missing welds, etc. Measure parts to ensure they meet specifications. Record and report production, quality, and inventory information accurately. Monitor weld machine or press for proper operation and report any malfunctions or problems to supervisor and maintenance. Perform all duties and operate machinery and equipment according to company standards and procedures using required safety equipment. Label and/or tag parts and baskets accurately. Perform routine and preventative maintenance and setup including, but not limited to, die setting/fastening, machine lubrication. Utilize tools such as hand-held pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and die bars. Essential Skills Experience in production and machine operation. Ability to operate stamping machines and presses. Mechanically inclined with an understanding of loading machinery. Proficiency in using measuring tools. Familiarity with inspection and assembly processes. General labor skills including hand tool use, tape measuring, press brake operation, caliper usage, and troubleshooting. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in machine operation with setups and changeovers is advantageous but not required. Mechanically inclined and open to learning machine operations. Prior experience in a stamping environment is beneficial. Join a company that is expanding both locally and nationwide, offering opportunities for overtime, advancement, and advanced training. We are committed to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work environment. This position is in a heavy industrial environment with large metal stamping presses. The facility employs several hundred people and is partially climate-controlled. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 1 pm to 9:15 pm, with a 10-minute break and a paid 20-minute lunch. Additional breaks are provided when temperatures are above average. Opportunities for overtime extend the workday until 11:15 pm. The facility has improved ventilation, enhancing workplace comfort. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lebanon, TN. The pay range for this position is $22.58 - $22.58/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) This is a fully onsite position in Lebanon,TN. This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.