Job Description

Press Set-Up Operator Job Description

Overview

Weiss Industries is seeking an experienced Press Set-Up Operator to set up presses and tooling for production for a variety of metal stamping jobs. The ideal candidate will be solution-oriented and have experience in machine setups, blueprint reading, and quality inspection. If performance and growth meet expectations, there is a clear path to a management role with increased strategic oversight and compensation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate stamping presses (single hit and progressive dies) and other production equipment for part forming, shaping, and stamping
• Handle coil and strip material with cranes, hoists, or tow motors, as needed
• Run and monitor multiple machines as needed
• Verify parts meet specifications before starting production or handing off to another operator
• Develop and train other operators
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment according to company policies and standards
• Set up scrap chute arrangements
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Maintain quality standards are met through regular inspections
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues as they arise

Qualifications

• Advanced capabilities and skills with stamping presses, associated tooling, and other production equipment
• Advanced understanding of blueprints and parts inspection methods (e.g., verifying part measurements agree to blueprints)
• Ability to perform visual inspections and identify defects, determine their root causes, deploy containment plans, and recommend solutions
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues as they arise
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with various welders (e.g., Laser, MIG, TIG)

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Blueprint Reading
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Welding Setups for Production
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Excellent Communication Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder
• Stamping Press (Minster, Aida, Federal)
• Roll Forming Machine
• Laser Welder