Set up & Punch Press Operator

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionAbout Us: Founded in Cleveland in 1944, WLS specializes in short and medium run metal stamping to service a wide variety of industries.Work Performed:Under general supervision of Plant Manager, set up and operate single hit punch presses to produce parts according to customer specifications. Will perform other duties as required, including press operation.Assemble nests and dies to perform various single hit operations including float pierce, cushion pierce, semi blank, temp blank and various compounds using hand toolsSet and adjust clamps and stopsPosition workpiece against backstop or manually align layout marksMeasure workpiece dimensions throughout to ensure quality and repeatabilityObserve tool and machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctionVisual inspection of first pieceIssue job and safely check in Press Operator once set up is completeCollaborate quality control personnel and other team members to meet production targets and address any issues or concerns.Follow all company safety and operations policiesRequirements High school diploma, GED, or technical schoolProven experience at setting up single hit punch pressesProficiency with measuring tools such as calipers and micrometersExperience working with ¼" thickness and thinner sheet metalAbility to read blueprints and part routersIdentify metal material types and gauge thicknessKnowledge of how to select position and align dies in machine and confirm that they are properly secured.

Created: 2026-04-02