Setup Operator- All Types of Presses - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity:
• Job Title: Setup Operator- All Types of Presses
• Pay Rate: $33.32/hr
• Location: Golden Valley, MN
• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday–Thursday 4AM-2:30PM or Monday-Friday 6AM-2:30PM
• Position Type: Temp to Hire

Requirements and Qualifications:
• 1 year of experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting punch press equipment. Must be able to understand and apply independent judgment in the use of comparators, protractors, micrometers, scales, and furnished gauges.
• Preferred: 1 year experience setting up, operating and troubleshooting 150-to-400-ton punch press equipment using progressive tooling.
• Continuous visual attention required when operating equipment and sustained physical when performing setting up of machines.
• Exposed to noise, dirt, and oil.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Set up, operate and trouble shoot any and all types of punch presses.
• Visually check parts for obvious defects.
• Check parts dimensionally, based on blueprints and layouts.
• Set up and maintain auxiliary equipment such as straighteners and reels.
• Determine necessary tooling, service or repairs at end of run.
• Place and fasten tools in machine according to layout instructions.
• Make required setting and adjustment to feeds, cams, tapping heads, speeds, and micro switches.
• Detect and analyze any setup difficulty and make corrective adjustments to produce quality acceptable parts.
• Adjust air and knockouts for parts ejection and check setup for observance of safety standards.
• Make necessary machine adjustments to meet print, layout and gauge specifications, using such measuring tools as comparators, micrometers, vernier, protractors, scales and furnished gauging.
• Continue to check parts visually and dimensionally throughout the production run.
• Operate machine and maintain machine process.
• Visually observe machine process for such things as: stock misfeeds, improper parts ejection, improper functioning of reels and straighteners.
• Position parts container to avoid damaged parts when filling or in a filled condition.
• Notify stores of anticipated needs of containers and stock to avoid interrupted production.
• Maintain neat and orderly immediate work area.
• Check tooling at end of run for such things as wear and broken details.
• Write up repair orders specifying needed repair.
• Maintain efficient storage area to facilitate handling and storage of dies.
• MOS - Embrace and engage in the Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) including activities, but not limited to Safety & Behavioral Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), Tiered Accountability Process, Standard Work, Rapid Problem Solving (RPS), Built In Quality (BIQ), Coaching, Total productive Maintenance (TPM) and Knowledge Sharing.
• Maintains tool location and records of dies where applicable. Generates move orders.

Discover Award Staffing:
At Award Staffing, we believe that work should be more than just a paycheck—it should inspire, empower, and create a sense of purpose. We’re passionate about connecting people through meaningful work that truly fits their skills and aspirations. Voted Minnesota's Top Staffing Agency to work for by the Star Tribune, we partner with companies of all sizes to help you find a role where you can thrive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Let’s find the job that’s right for you.

Why Award Staffing:
• Values Matching: We don’t just help you find a job; we connect you with a company that aligns with your values, ensuring it’s the right fit for who you are.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Your growth matters to us. We focus on finding positions that offer opportunities for skill development and personal fulfillment, so you can thrive in every aspect of your life.
• Impact: The work you do should make a difference. We're committed to placing you in roles where you can have a meaningful impact on your life and the community around you.

Benefits:
*May be eligible for 5 paid holidays
*May accrue up to 48 hours of paid sick time per year
*401k with company match after 1 year of employment
*Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan

AAP/EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer. PandoLogic. Keywords: Straightener, Location: GOLDEN VALLEY, MN - 55405