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Press Operator

Amsted Automotive

Sterling Heights, MI

Full-time

Manufacturing / Production, Business Management / Project / Planning

About The Role

Amsted Automotive, Sterling Heights, is seeking a Press Operator for our 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:00 pm) who will be responsible for the set up and operation of line dies including transfer dies in stamping presses.

Shift Times

  • Day Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM 15% shift premium
  • Midnight Shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM with a 15% shift premium

What You’ll Do

  • Responsible for equipment operation including press transfer, feeder, etc.
  • Part of the set up/changeover team
  • Operate press in production mode to meet production goals
  • Visually look over parts to assure proper quality. Notify Production, Quality, Leader, or Supervisor of quality or press related problems
  • Perform quality checks and use checking fixtures to maintain high quality parts
  • Must ensure all parts containers have properly filled out tags for part, lot and operation identification including SAP labeling
  • Keep work areas clean and safe. Maintain 5S Standards
  • Fill out daily production reporting paperwork and visual Downtime Boards
  • Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training
  • Additional duties as assigned
  • Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principals
  • Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings
  • Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

What You'll Need To Succeed

  • Requires at least three months of knowledge of press and feeder operations
  • Usage of a computer and other productivity machinery such as control panels
  • Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria
  • Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment

What’s In It For You

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Incentive Bonus
  • Medical, Vision, Dental
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401K
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health and Wellness Reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition
  • Discount Programs

What Else You'll Need To Know

  • Work may require extended periods of standing, lifting, bending, stooping, and performing repetitive motion tasks
  • Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
  • Must be able to work necessary overtime if required
  • Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise.

Experience Preferred

  • 1 year(s): Manufacturing

Education Preferred

  • High School or better

Behaviors Preferred

  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations Preferred

  • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
  • Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
  • Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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About the company

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Amsted Automotive was formed in 2021 through the integration of Burgess-Norton, Means Industries, Transform Automotive and SMW Manufacturing. With 21 facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, the company supports global automotive, off-highway, and mining industries — producing over 200 million components and assemblies annually. Amsted Automotive is a leader in advanced metal-forming, cold-forming and powder metal technologies, as well as innovative propulsion solutions for electrified, hybrid and internal combustion engine powertrain systems. With global manufacturing including 13 U.S.-based facilities, Amsted minimizes tariff risks and supply delays through its ability to manufacturer in the customer’s region.