Press Operator (Union)

About the role

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

Make an Impact in This Role

As a Press Operator, you will be responsible for operating a progressive automatic stamping press in such a manner as to achieve safety, quality, efficiency, LEAN and production goals in a fast-paced, high-volume sheet metal manufacturing operation.

What You'll Do (% of Time)

• Operate automatic stamping press and all related coil processing equipment to produce required products according to set production standards.
• Nest parts, package them and palletize cartons.
• Observe continuous operation of automatic stamping press to ensure products meet specifications and to detect defects or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.

• Prioritize safety constantly by demonstrating safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment.
• Perform quality inspections to drawings and specifications per written procedures.
• Assist others with press set-ups and changeovers.
• Operate a forklift to move raw material and finished goods as needed.
• (75%)

• Read through work orders to determine specifications, such as materials to be used as well as product dimensions and tolerances. (15%)
• Maintain stamping press area clean and organized making sure all tools and supplies are returned to home locations after use. (10%)

Preferred Qualifications, Technical Skills, and Knowledge

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Simpson Strong-Tie Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification (will certify at hire).
• Six months manufacturing related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and training.
• Manufacturing process knowledge: Demonstrates a basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• Safety: Able to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating a safe work practices by promoting a safe work environment.
• Customer service skills: Applies customer service principles and processes on the job and with others.
• Communication skills: Speaks in the most effective way to relay information. Listens and asks questions to ensure understanding.
• Written comprehension: Able to read and understand prints, information and ideas presented in writing. Able to read production drawings and diagrams and interpret information from work orders applicable to the manufacturing of products.
• Self-management skills: Uses time efficiently to complete tasks.
• Ability to work independently: Follows both written and oral instructions, including safety guidelines, work instructions, and company policies.
• Teamwork: Able to work with team sharing responsibilities to achieve production goals.
• Equipment and tools: Able to operate a forklift. Able to read a tape measure to within 1/32".
• Computer: Able to operate a computer, ERP systems and basic applications such as Word and Outlook.
• Operation monitoring: Able to monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality control analysis: Conducts accurate inspections of product to evaluate quality.

Travel

This position does not require travel.

Work Status & Location

This full-time, non-exempt, Union position is located in Stockton, CA.

Relocation

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• PAY (COMPENSATION) $18.00 / hour

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

Work Environment

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

Pay and benefits

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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