Press Technician Apprentice

Description

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

We're currently seeking a passionate and skilled Press Technician Apprentice to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide.

• Operate press lines: presses, servo feeds, coil dereelers and straighteners
• Inspect and record part dimensions per quality plan and customer specifications
• Troubleshoot causes when parts do not conform to customer specifications
• Unload and package finished parts for movement
• Remove and clear scrap from press and work area as needed
• Report part counts and labor accurately and in a timely manner

• Operate state-of-the-art press lines with presses from 45 to 350 tons
• Produce quality parts in a timely and efficient manner
• Learn how to determine root cause of part or tool malfunction
• Communicate quality and production issues to Manufacturing Manager
• Maintain a clean work area
• Participate in a formal apprenticeship program

• Complete manufacturing classroom courses leading to graduation
• NIMS safety or equivalent
• Basic math – speed and feeds
• Machine operation
• Blueprint reading
• Basic metalworking tasks such as machining
• Use of gages, calipers, gauge pins and micrometers
• Participate in team challenges: robot rumble, hi-mileage vehicle, sports, TMA machining contest
• Possess excellent verbal, written, digital skills
• Demonstrate good communication & multitasking skills
• Like to work with your hands and able to pay attention to details
• Interested in continuous learning
• Accept work hours:
  Monday–Friday 5:45 AM–2:15 PM or 2:15 PM–11:00 PM
• Able to regularly lift containers up to 40 pounds
• Pass preemployment physical & aptitude test

Reports to:

Press Room Supervisor
Department: Production

This position is at our Elk Grove Village, IL location.

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.