Press Operator

Are you looking for a new opportunity to work in a Manufacturing environment Knape & Vogt is looking for a Press Operator to join our industry leading team here in Grand Rapids! Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where you will be recognized and rewarded!

Company Overview:

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125 years. We are a global leader specializing in the design manufacture and distribution of functional hardware office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers specialty distributors hardware chains and major home centers.

Open Positions:

• 1st Shift: (7:00am-3:00pm)
• Overtime Opportunities Available

Whats In It For You

• Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Bonus and Merit opportunities

What Will You Get To Do:

• Operate precision slide/multi-slide or four-slide presses safely and consistently including starting stopping feeding material and monitoring production
• Assist with performing tooling changes material changes adjustments and machine setups
• Recognize defects such as incorrect bends dimensional variation burrs cracks scratches deformation or other nonconforming conditions
• Monitor the cycle performance scrap production quantities downtime and quality throughout the run

What Will You Bring:

• Previous press operator experience
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Ability to print and read blueprints
• Previous experience using using calipers micrometers gauges comparators and other inspection equipment to verify parts meet specifications
• Basic reading writing computer and math skills
• Ability to speak read write and understand basic English
• Ability to efficiently work in a high fast paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. while standing for long periods of time