Press Operator

Job Title: Press Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating a metal stamping press to manufacture structural components used in wood, steel, masonry, concrete, and composite wood construction. You interpret work orders and blueprints to produce high-quality parts, set up the press for each job, and handle loading and packing of finished products under the guidance of a supervisor.

Shift

1st shift: 6am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday

Responsibilities

• Operate a metal stamping press to produce parts according to work orders and blueprints.
• Set up the machine for each job, including configuring tooling and adjusting settings to meet specifications.
• Interpret and follow work orders and blueprints to ensure parts meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Load raw materials into the machine and monitor production to maintain consistent output.
• Pack finished parts efficiently and accurately, ensuring correct quantities and proper handling.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to verify dimensions.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in machine operation.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and perform basic math calculations.
• Experience with punch press operations.
• Experience working with sheet metal and fabrication processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working specifically with sheet metal in a production environment.
• Ability to use micrometers, height gauges, and calipers for precise measurement and inspection.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to grow your career with a well-established, expanding manufacturer that values long-term development and advancement. You work in a very clean, well-maintained facility with a strong focus on quality and safety. The company provides competitive compensation and clear paths for pay growth, creating a stable and rewarding environment for skilled operators who want to build their expertise and progress over time.

Work Environment

You work on metal stamping presses and may also interact with CNC equipment, handling sheet metal and fabricated parts. The environment is high-volume and fast-paced, requiring consistent attention to safety, quality, and productivity while working with standard precision measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

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.