Press Operator

Job Title: Press Operator

Job Description

The Press Operator sets up and operates production machinery to manufacture parts according to specifications, ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficiency throughout the production process. This job is very entry level and open to no exact experience if the candidate is willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press machines and related equipment to produce parts according to prints and work orders.
• Inspect parts for defects and verify that finished products meet quality and specification standards.
• Read and interpret prints or work orders to determine part specifications, tooling requirements, and to plan operational sequences.
• Position, adjust, and secure material against stops, fixtures, or automatic feeders manually or with a forklift as needed.
• Set machine stops or guides to specified lengths using scales, rules, or templates to ensure precise cutting and forming.
• Clean tooling punches and maintain tooling components to support safe and efficient machine operation.
• Compute data such as machine settings, using shop mathematics to optimize production, including cutting multiple sheets at a time.
• Load finished materials into the packaging area and ensure proper handling of parts and products.
• Count materials accurately to maintain correct inventory and production records.
• Organize and label boxes, bins, and products clearly to support traceability and efficient workflow.
• Remove defective products from the production line and place them in designated red rejection bins.
• Transport completed boxes to pallets or the shipping area in a safe and orderly manner.
• Perform general production and fabrication tasks as needed to support overall manufacturing operations.
• Complete other tasks as assigned to ensure smooth and continuous production.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with production and machine operation in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate press machines and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Operation monitoring skills to observe gauges, dials, and machine indicators and make timely adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure products meet specifications.
• Reading comprehension skills to understand prints, work orders, and written instructions.
• Ability to work well with others and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Positive communication skills to share information clearly and maintain productive working relationships.
• Strong organization skills to manage materials, labeling, and workflow accurately.
• Comfort with general labor tasks including material handling, counting, and packaging.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Fabrication, assembly, or press machine operation experience.
• Experience working in a clean, organized production facility.
• Ability to use basic measuring tools such as scales, rules, or templates.
• Familiarity with shop mathematics to calculate machine settings and material usage.
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks and support different areas of production as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both health and financial well-being, including 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. The organization promotes work-life balance through paid time off and offers an employee assistance program and referral program, fostering a supportive, team-focused culture where long-term growth and stability are valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, well-organized facility located in the heart of Lakeville, spanning two modern buildings. The environment emphasizes safety, orderliness, and efficiency, with clearly arranged production and packaging areas. Team members work around production machinery and material handling equipment in a structured manufacturing setting designed to support smooth operations and a comfortable, professional workplace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeville, MN.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lakeville,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.