Press Operator- 2nd and 3rd shift

Thai Summit Corporation

Bardstown, KYFull-time$20–21/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20–21/hr
Location
Bardstown, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Crane Operating License

Job overview

Thai Summit Corporation is hiring a Press Operator- 2nd and 3rd shift. The Press Operator works the 2nd or 3rd shift operating the press line, racking parts, performing quality control, housekeeping, and participating in TPM activities. Duties include forklift driving, metal rework, setting dies with a crane license, and completing documentation. The role requires adherence to safety standards and may involve overtime.

Key focus areas include Maintain housekeeping requirements to ensure a safe work environment., Inspect parts produced per process to ensure they meet our high standards., and Complete quality check documentation per process..

Important skills include Quality Control, Housekeeping, TPM Activities, Forklift Driving, Metal Rework, and Setting Dies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Quality ControlHousekeepingTPM ActivitiesForklift DrivingMetal ReworkSetting DiesInspect PartsComplete Quality Check DocumentationInitiate Quality ImprovementsMaintain Production EfficienciesComplete Inside/Outside Die ChangeoversProgram Automation EquipmentFine Adjust Automation EquipmentBuild Automation ToolingTroubleshoot Automation and EquipmentRack PartsLoad Steel Into Destackers5-S ProcessesTPM ProcessesGeneral Knowledge of Quality SystemsIdentify Sheet Metal/Aluminum DefectsBasic Knowledge Using an ERP SystemFrequent Lifting of Up to 50 LbsAble to Tolerate Standing for 8 Hours or MoreOccasional LiftingGripingGraspingTwistingHand and Eye Coordination

Qualifications

Crane Operating LicenseHigh School Diploma/G.E.D.One Year of Manufacturing Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Experience Required

1 year

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Training Required/Provided

Orientation and On the Job Training

Expected Start Date

08/17/2026

Compensation

$20.00 - $21.00 / hourly

Hours Per Week

50

Number Of Positions

7

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

2:00 PM to 10:00 PM or 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, may require overtime

Job Description

Primary Job Function:

Operation of the press line, racking of the parts produced, quality control, housekeeping and participation in TPM activities, forklift driving and metal rework of the parts. Setting dies on the bolsters may also be required: this requires a crane operating license. Accomplish any and all work assignments as directed Management.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

  • Maintain housekeeping requirements to ensure a safe work environment.

  • Inspect parts produced per process to ensure they meet our high standards.

  • Complete quality check documentation per process.

  • Initiate quality improvements and assist in concern resolution.

  • Maintain production efficiencies.

  • Complete inside/outside die changeovers.

  • Program and fine adjust automation equipment.

  • Build automation tooling.

  • Troubleshoot automation and equipment.

  • Rack parts per specifications.

  • Load steel in to destackers using a fork truck.

  • Participate in improvement activities using 5-S / TPM processes.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • One year of manufacturing experience preferred.

  • General knowledge of quality systems.

  • Able to identify sheet metal/aluminum defects.

  • Basic knowledge using an ERP system.

Internal Training Requirements:

  • New hire orientation

  • Benefits orientation

  • Safety orientation

  • Sexual harassment training

  • ERP system

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements:

  • Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.

  • Able to tolerate standing for 8 hours or more.

  • Occasional lifting, climbing, carrying, pulling, griping, grasping, bending, stooping, twisting and reaching throughout the work day.

  • Hand and eye coordination.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

401 K with matching

Medical

Dental/Vision

Short term disability

Life Insurance

Generous PTO and Sick Time

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Veteran Preference

No

Background Check Required

Yes

Industry

Manufacturing

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

002

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