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Turret Operator

Salem Metal, Inc.

Middleton

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GBP 25,000 - 35,000

2 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a dependable and motivated individual to join their team as a Turret Punch Press Operator. This role involves operating specialized machinery to produce precise cuts in metal sheets, contributing to a positive work environment while managing tasks efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's degree or relevant experience and demonstrate strong initiative and basic computer skills. Join a supportive team where your contributions will be valued and where you can grow in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a critical manufacturing role.

Must have an Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
Basic computer skills and Microsoft Outlook experience required.

Operate turret punch press to punch holes in metal sheets.
Align and clamp work pieces to machine table for precise cuts.

Dependability

Positive Attitude

Multi-tasking

Initiative for Success

Basic Computer Skills

Shop Mathematics

Associate’s Degree

Technical School Certification

Turret Punch Press

Micrometers

Shims

Feelers

Setscrews

Microsoft Outlook

Position Overview:

The ideal Candidate is dependable, has a positive attitude, and is able to work independently.
They are able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment as well as demonstrate an initiative for success and a positive work environment.
Operates turret punch press to punch holes or layout marks in metal sheets, plates, strips, or bars, following charts which list machine settings for each cut: Inserts, aligns, and locks punches and dies in turret, using hammer, shims, feelers, micrometers, and setscrews.
Job would be 39.5 hours a week, 7:30am to 3:30pm M-F. There is opportunity for OT with this position when available.

Qualifications & Skills:

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Aligns work piece to scale and end gauge on machine and clamps it to machine table.
Pushes button to turn turret to specified punch and die.
Turns cranks to set indicator to specified dimension on forward and lateral machine scale.
Operates each machine setting as specified on charts.
Positions center punch from turret to touch plate and turns crank to scratch layout lines.
May compute punch charts from blueprints, using square, scale, and applying knowledge of shop mathematics.
Other tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must demonstrate an initiative for success and a positive work environment, be dependable, motivated, and able to work independently.
Basic computer skills required.
Microsoft Outlook (or other email platform) experience required.

Salem Metal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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