Press Operator

Title

OPERATOR I

Job Code

11866

Department

Operations

Business Title

Press Operator

Status

Hourly Non-Exempt

Revision Date

3/3/2026

Position Summary

The Auto Press Operator I shall be capable of setting up adjusting and operating coil-fed presses.

Essential Functions

• Continuously safely perform all required tasks adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards.
• Take an active role in caring for the equipment to prevent breakdowns and defects and help increase overall equipment efficiency through 5S TPM (total productive maintenance) and other Lean Manufacturing initiatives directed by the Sedalia site.
• The Press Operator must also be capable of setting up dies and gauges as well as adjusting ram stroke to form materials to the proper angle to the capacity of the machine.
• The operator shall be capable of determining and making the required settings and/or adjustments to meet the job requirements.
• The operator shall be capable of pulling up prints & routings through SAP working from drawings and/or blueprints and possess the necessary knowledge of all precision measuring instruments (including the video) needed to do the required operations.
• The Press Operator shall be capable of performing all of the diversified operations assigned along with meeting satisfactory performance requirements.
• Capable of performing said operations to close tolerances and shall inspect units for conformity to quality standards as established for the department as a whole. Inspection is to include part and/or component defects and operation of all working parts.
• Additional responsibilities include good housekeeping and other assignments as directed by the Supervisor.
• The Operator shall be able to work overtime as requested and posted by management.

Competencies

Teamwork

Adaptability

Integrity

Dependability & Reliability

Initiative

Qualifications

Basic computer knowledge

Good manual dexterity

Ability to read instructions represented in manuals drawings schematics etc. and follow them with precision

Good understanding of quality control principles

Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Experience and ability in using hand tools

Age 18 years or older

Physical Requirements

See Human Resources for physical requirements

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Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here youll get the unique chance to impact some of the worlds most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS DEWALT CRAFTSMAN MAC TOOLS and Black Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

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Benefits & Perks

Youll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical dental life vision wellness program disability retirement benefits Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Time Off including paid vacation holidays & personal days and tuition reimbursement. And of course discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What Youll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths arent linear here. Being part of our global company with 60 brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means youll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because thats how the best work gets done. Youll find we like to have fun here too.

Purpose-Driven Company:
Youll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism giving back and sustainable business practices.

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