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Set-Up & Punch Press Operator

WLS Stamping & Fabricating

Highland Heights, OHPosted Oct 1, 2026

Job description

Description Set up and operate single hit punch presses to produce parts according to customer specifications. Will perform other duties as required, including press operation.

  • Assemble nests and dies to perform various single hit operations including float pierce, cushion pierce, semi blank, temp blank and various compounds using hand tools
  • Set and adjust clamps and stops
  • Position workpiece against backstop or manually align layout marks
  • Measure workpiece dimensions throughout to ensure quality and repeatability
  • Observe tool and machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction
  • Visual inspection of first piece
  • Issue job and safely check in Press Operator once set up is complete
  • Collaborate quality control personnel and other team members to meet production targets and address any issues or concerns.
  • Follow all company safety and operations policies Requirements
  • Proven experience at setting up single hit punch presses
  • Proficiency with measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers
  • Experience working with ¼” thickness and thinner sheet metal
  • Ability to read blueprints and part routers
  • Identify metal material types and gauge thickness
  • Knowledge of how to select position and align dies in machine and confirm that they are properly secured.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance Company paid Life & AD&D Insurance Company paid Short Term Disability 401(k) Paid Holidays - 10 per year Onsite Success Coach !st Shift - 6am-2:30pm

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