Press Operator

Press Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Press Operator to join our team. As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for operating stamping presses ranging from 400 to 4,000 tons. You will work on either the 1st Shift from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday, or the 2nd Shift from 4:30 pm to 5:00 am, Monday to Thursday, with overtime available after your shift or on Friday. Responsibilities Operate and set up stamping presses to meet customer specifications. Feed metal into presses and ensure accurate stamping according to blueprints and work instructions. Utilize calipers, micrometers, and gauges to inspect parts. Perform manual and automated stamping press operations. Complete required paperwork accurately and efficiently. Rotate to different work areas based on production needs. Load steel coils into the press and align with tooling. Maximize uptime by setting and running presses within standard times. Communicate die repairs to die shop personnel. Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment. Ensure compliance with safety standards and perform preventative maintenance. Report faulty equipment, defective material, and unusual conditions to the supervisor. Essential Skills At least 1 year of experience in press operation. Experience operating stamping press machinery. Ability to interpret blueprints and work instructions. Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Capability to lift up to 50 lbs. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with blueprint reading, lathe, troubleshooting, punch press, press brake, micrometer, grinder, and die setting. Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, and sheet metal work. Why Work Here? Join a family-owned company that values its employees and offers a unique array of benefits. Enjoy a fully company-paid pension, monthly and annual bonuses, and profit sharing after six months. Benefit from an open-door policy with management and the opportunity for continual learning and growth. Experience a supportive work environment where safety is a priority, with monthly safety days and various employee appreciation events. Enjoy flexible working conditions and a sense of camaraderie in a stable, growing company. Work Environment This position is based in a steel manufacturing facility, which is loud and requires hearing protection. The environment is not temperature controlled and involves working with large equipment. The facility consists of three buildings and serves as the headquarters, focusing heavily on the automotive industry. Candidates will work in the area where all press machines are located, dealing with massive presses used for stamping automotive parts. Located in Warren, Ohio, our facilities process coated, cold rolled, and hot rolled steel, providing state-of-the-art stamping and blanking services. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Warren, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $47528.00 - $49088.00/yr. - Have a pension that is all company paid - this is extremely rare and a HUGE benefit (a retirement fund for the employee paid by Liberty Steel) - Great insurance - out of pocket costs are much cheaper than competitors - Monthly and annual bonuses - based on production - has paid out around 2,000/ month before - OT by the day - anything over 8 hours - Very safety oriented, host safety days monthly - Host Thanksgiving dinner, holiday luncheons, pizza days etc. - Continual year over year growth, very stable - Very open to training, will send to school, want to find people who want to plant roots and grow here - Every day there is a new challenge / opportunity to learn and better themselves - Open door policy with management - Family owned company that takes a lot of pride in building the company further, the owner is always around and out on the floor, very approachable - Being family owned gives them flexibility - Provide uniforms - 30 days until benefits kick in - 30 day wait for vacation - 5 days of vacation for first year - 8 paid holidays - 401k - Profit sharing after 6 month - monthly profit sharing Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Warren,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.