Associate Press Operator - Weekend Shift

About the Role As a Press Operator you will be responsible for operating a progressive stamping press in a manner that achieves safety, quality, efficiency, LEAN, and production goals. You will work weekends (Friday – Sunday 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM) and receive a $2.50 shift differential for every hour worked. Responsibilities Operate any and all presses as needed to support department and company goals (80% of your time). Perform quality inspections to drawings and specifications per procedures and maintain a clean work environment. Use air or electric powered hand tools and make adjustments to equipment as necessary. Count, package, and palletize finished product in accordance with work orders, handling cartons, labels, coils of steel, pallets, and packaging tape. Assist other personnel with press set‑ups and changeovers. Communicate with department leadership regarding issues and improvements. Support 20% of your time in other departmental tasks as required. Qualifications High school diploma or GED (required). One month of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and training. Safety: Consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment. Ability to safely operate a manual pallet jack. Attendance: Demonstrate reliable, punctual attendance. Mathematical reasoning: Apply basic algebra and geometry concepts; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Reading comprehension: Read and write simple correspondence and follow instructions. Analysis/reasoning: Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Communication: Communicate one‑on‑one and in small group settings. Measurements: Read a tape measure to 1/32” tolerance, use combination squares to measure angles to +/- 1 degree, and use and read a micrometer. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Regularly stand, walk, see, talk, and hear; occasionally sit. Operate large equipment while standing for approximately 8–12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment. Possible exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts. No travel required. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $19.00 per hour. Shift differential: $2.50 per hour for weekend shifts. The position is full‑time, non‑exempt and located in McKinney, TX. Benefits for eligible full‑time employees include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, and more. Additional programs: employee discounts, referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement, and more. For full details, visit the company benefits portal. We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr