Press Set Up Operator

Press Set Up Operator

As a Press Set Up Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating various manual, pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic presses. Your role will involve cutting, shaping, and forming metal, plastic, or other materials used in manufacturing operations to specific dimensions as specified by blueprints, CAD drawings, or other documented specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install die sets into various types of presses.
• Adjust components and set stops on precision forming equipment.
• Install, align, and secure holding fixtures and dies to press beds using gauges, templates, shims, and hand tools.
• Measure and inspect workpieces for quality and conformance to acceptable part geometry and customer specifications using various measuring equipment such as height gauges, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.
• Document specific set-up notes and diagrams to ensure process repeatability.
• Start press and observe operation to detect possible misalignment or malfunction and make any necessary changes/adjustments.
• Perform general maintenance and lubrication of presses to keep equipment operating correctly.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read blueprints/CAD drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Skilled in the use of basic hand tools.
• Strong time management with attention to detail.
• Good dexterity.

Why Work Here?

This position offers competitive pay with bonus opportunities tied to both company and individual performance. Employees can participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and enjoy generous time off, start with 21 days of PTO from day one, plus 10 paid holidays annually. The company provides affordable health coverage options, including low-cost medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care are available. A 401(k) plan with company match is offered to support your future starting day one. The Wellness Incentive Program allows you to earn rewards for prioritizing your health, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free, confidential support for life's challenges. Tuition Assistance is available to invest in your development and career growth, and there are clear career advancement pathways for internal growth and development. Performance bonuses are also offered to recognize high performance and team success.

Work Environment

You will be working in a clean, organized manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 4, 2025.