Stamping Machine Set-Up Operator - 2nd Shift; Progressive- Speed Reel-to-Reel

Meritec is seeking talented team players in our Painesville, Ohio facility who are committed to pushing the boundaries of interconnect technology performance and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future.

The Progressive Stamping Machine Set-Up/Operator-2nd Shift (High Speed Reel-to-Reel) is primarily responsible for all set-ups, tear downs, and operation of high-speed reel-to-reel progressive stamping machines. This position is on-site, Monday through Friday, 3:15 pm to 11:45 pm with the opportunity for overtime.

• Set up and operate progressive stamping machines to produce metal parts according to specifications.
• Perform necessary adjustments on all tooling and machines to ensure quality parts.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with machines and equipment reporting tooling or machine malfunctions to the Tool Room or Maintenance Department.
• Setup Vamco gear feeds, PA industries Servo feeder, and pneumatic feeders.
• Tear down dies at the end of a run and complete the die repair tag.
• Completing production logs, die repair logs, and parameter set-up sheets in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Provide training for die operator(s) on safe and efficient machine operations.
• Restock all raw materials as required to maintain smooth production.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Proficient with micrometers, calipers, and comparator.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate detailed information.
• Ability to complete simple math such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to resolve problems involving few concrete variables in standardized situations.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in progressive stamping setup and/or operation.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Hands to finger coordination.
• Frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional sitting; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Healthcare benefits
• Fully paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) employer match
• On-Site Fitness Center
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion

Meritec is well-established, growth-oriented, signal integrity leaders and preferred vertically integrated manufacturer of high-performance electrical and electronic interconnect embedded systems and connectors with over fifty-years of innovation, serving world-wide markets with cost-effective solutions.

Meritec and its affiliated companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.