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Set up & Punch Press Operator

WLS Companies · wlscompanies.com
ClevelandTemporary
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Punch press set-up operator.

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Found
31 d ago · posted 2026-10-01
Location
Cleveland, OH, US

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Description About 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 tools • Set and adjust clamps and stops • Position workpiece against backstop or manually align layout marks • Measure workpiece dimensions throughout to ensure quality and repeatability • Observe tool and machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction • Visual inspection of first piece • Issue job and safely check in Press Operator once set up is complete • Collaborate quality control personnel and other team members to meet production targets and address any issues or concerns. • Follow all company safety and operations policies Requirements • High school diploma, GED, or technical school • Proven experience at setting up single hit punch presses • Proficiency with measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers • Experience working with ¼” thickness and thinner sheet metal • Ability to read blueprints and part routers • Identify metal material types and gauge thickness • Knowledge of how to select position and align dies in machine and confirm that they are properly secured.

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