1st Shift Press Operator

Position

1st Shift Press Operator

We are currently hiring Press Operators for our manufacturing site. As a Press Operator, you are responsible for inspecting and sorting molded or assembled parts/products for defects, and/or deviations from specifications. You will also pack parts into designated packaging or pallet configurations based on customer requirements and/or standard quality specifications.

$15 USD/hr

• Monitor press to ensure parts are completely ejected from the mold. Notify Production Supervisor of any problems observed or encountered during the molding operation.
• Pack acceptable parts into pre-defined packaging or pallet configuration according to the established quality standard.
• Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications.
• Mark/label completed container(s)/bundle(s) with designated item information according to established quality standards.
• Record production data.
• Remove molded parts from the collection bin or table and perform visual inspection for conformance to established quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized work area, properly discarding rejected parts and keeping the area free of debris and standing water.
• Perform duties in conformance with all established safety policies and procedures.
• Transfer parts in/out of drying tunnel as required/instructed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Observation – ability to visually inspect parts during production and determine whether they meet quality standards.
• Reading Comprehension – understanding written instructions in work-related documents.
• Active Listening – giving full attention to what others say, taking time to understand the points, asking questions as appropriate.
• Operation Monitoring – watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure the machine works properly.
• Learning Strategies – selecting and using training/instructional methods appropriate when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to use manual pallet jack or other designated material handling equipment to move finished goods and/or components to/from the assigned workstation.
• Speaking – talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as eyewear, hearing protection, and reinforced-toe safety shoes.
• Position may require periods of physical exertion in conditions of low to high temperatures and humidity.
• Position requires continuous standing for periods of 4-8 hrs.
• Position requires physical mobility involving repeated bending and stretching.
• Must be able to safely lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

• Position may require periods of intense physical exertion in low to high temperatures and humidity.
• Position requires ability to stand, bend, and stretch over extended periods.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

• Monday through Thursday
• 6 am – 4:30 pm
• Flexibility is a must – hours subject to change based on production schedule.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Retirement Program (401k)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

• Safety – We care for employees by creating and maintaining an environment with consistent actions, trusted processes, and courageous conversations.
• Trust – We build confidence with employees and customers through dependability, respect, clear communication, and service.
• Integrity – We are consistent in always striving to do the right thing by accepting responsibility for our decisions and actions.
• Collaboration – Our diversity is the catalyst that drives teamwork, creative problem‑solving, and partnership.
• Growth – We invest, develop, and empower our people to build the company so our customers will experience outstanding success.
• Accountability – We achieve our success by holding ourselves and each other to high standards of behavior, commitment, and personal responsibility.

We’re a dynamic, high‑growth business invested in helping you grow with Alleguard. Many of our colleagues have been with us for decades because we collaborate as a team to serve and support each other and our customers. Alleguard’s employee‑centric culture is designed to help you maximize your talents, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience on the way to achieving your professional goals.

* Hiring process typically takes about 1 week to complete*