Press Assistant (Contract-to-Hire)

Join an industry-leading team in a dynamic manufacturing environment located on 2nd shift, where your attention to detail and commitment to safety will be highly valued. As a Press Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring machinery is operated effectively, safely, and to the highest quality standards, directly contributing to the success of both internal teams and external customers.

Job Specifications

• Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
  

• Location: Walker, MI
  

• Pay Rate: $18.00/hour + $0.50/hour 2nd shift premium
  

• Shift: 3 PM – 1:10 AM, Monday–Thursday (First day orientation starts at 2 PM)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
  

• Provide break and lunch coverage for main press operators.
  

• Operate press equipment during inspection periods under supervision.
  

• Handle coil loading and verify correct material selection.
  

• Assemble and prepare packing materials; assist with material handling.
  

• Support machine changeovers and manage disposal of waste materials.
  

• Create labeling for work-in-progress and inventory.
  

• Assist with two-person operations on presses as needed.
  

• Complete basic operational tasks at various machines.
  

• Use banding equipment to pack and secure finished products.
  

• Safely operate a forklift for transporting boxes and pallets.
  

• Clean floors and maintain organized workspaces.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
  

• Valid forklift operator certification.
  

• Ability to read and write routine reports, safety documentation, and work instructions.
  

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  

• Physical capability for frequent lifting, bending, and extended periods of standing or moving (up to 40 lbs).
  

• Willingness to work in a manufacturing setting with mechanical motion, noise, and personal protective equipment.

Opportunities

• Grow your skills in a hands-on manufacturing role with consistent support.
  

• Opportunity to transition from contract-to-hire, opening doors for long-term employment.
  

• Potential to further develop technical competencies in press machinery and production environments.
  

• Gain experience in a safety-focused workplace, positioning yourself for advancement and leadership roles.

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