Punch Press Machine Operator – 1st Shift

Location: Rogers, MN 55374

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Pay: $20-$22/hour

We are looking for a Punch Press Machine Operator to join our 1st shift manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience operating a punch press or similar press equipment and a strong mechanical aptitude.

Previous setup experience is a plus, but not required. We are willing to train the right person on machine setup, adjustments, and our specific production processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on press experience who is ready to expand their skills and learn machine setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate punch press and related manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Learn and perform punch press setups, machine adjustments, and changeovers with training.
• Read and follow basic blueprints, work instructions, and setup sheets.
• Use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to verify product dimensions.
• Monitor production quality and make adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and perform minor machine maintenance.
• Follow established safety, quality, and production procedures.
• Work independently while maintaining productivity and attention to detail.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a punch press, stamping press, brake press, or similar manufacturing press equipment preferred.
• Previous machine setup experience is a plus, but we will train the right candidate on punch press setup.
• Comfortable using basic measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers, or willing to learn.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and work instructions, or willingness to learn.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new equipment and processes.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone with hands-on press experience, a mechanical mindset, and a willingness to learn. If you have operated a press but haven't been responsible for full machine setup yet, we are willing to train you.

If you're dependable, mechanically inclined, and interested in developing your setup skills, we'd like to hear from you.