ELECTRIC MACHINERY COMPANY, a division of WEG
Press Set up & Operator - 1st Shift
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 23 Oct 2026
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Description
Team: Lamination
Reports to: Lamination Team Supervisor
Primary Objective of Position:
The Press Set Up & Operator role is responsible for producing laminations and parts for subassemblies of motors and generators.
Skills Matrix:
The Press Set Up & Operator position is part of the Lamination Team skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Lamination Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Lamination Team.
Major Areas of Accountability:
- Sets up and operates power punch presses for blanking, trimming, cutting, piercing and forming.
- Sets up and operates small blanking/piercing presses, shear, internal notching, external notching, large single trip presses, automatic presses, tool and die repair, production grinding and spot welder.
- Operates manual and automatic presses with blank or continuous rolls of sheet metal or other materials.
- Accurately and efficiently installs and aligns dies in presses according to drawings and/or specification of product part, making adjustments as needed.
- Selects proper dies, gauges, tooling, stops, etc. from a variety of tools.
- Uses equipment such as drill presses, torches, hand tools, micrometers, veneers and dial indicators.
- Completes necessary QA documentation.
- Works in other areas of the Lamination Team skills matrix, may stack assemblies and subassemblies.
- Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
- Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.
Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- High School degree (required) with 1 year of relevant manufacturing experience (preferred).
- Ability to be certified in overhead crane, Jib crane and forklift operation.
Physical Requirements: ·
- Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
- Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
- Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
- Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
- Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
- Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
- Occasionally moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks
Salary
$17 - $22
Based on experience and qualifications
Pay Types
Voluntary weekend overtime.
Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!
Job Type
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full-time (Union)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
- 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
- Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
- Company paid Holidays (12)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
- Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
- $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
- Company provided tools
- Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
- Secure, onsite free parking
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