Hot Press Machine Operator – 2nd Shift
Description
Hot Press Machine Operator – 2nd Shift
Coldwater, Michigan | $22.00-$25.50 + 2nd Shift Differential | Benefits Starting Day One
Work With Advanced Manufacturing Equipment. Build Skills That Last.
Looking for a hands-on manufacturing job where you can learn specialized equipment, earn competitive pay, and build valuable technical skills? Elmet Technologies is hiring a Hot Press Machine Operator – 2nd Shift to join our manufacturing team in Coldwater, Michigan.
In this role, you’ll operate specialized hot press equipment used to manufacture advanced metal products. You’ll set up machinery, monitor production processes, inspect materials, and help ensure our products meet demanding quality standards. You don’t need years of experience with hot press equipment to get started. If you’re mechanically inclined, dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn, we’d like to hear from you.
What’s In It for You
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Benefits starting Day One, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid company holidays
- Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
- Hands-on experience with specialized hot press equipment
- Opportunities to develop technical manufacturing skills
- Experience working with advanced metal products and manufacturing processes
- A collaborative team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Opportunities for continued training and career growth within manufacturing
2nd Shift | Coldwater, Michigan
This is a hands-on manufacturing position supporting our 2nd-shift production operations. You’ll work as part of a manufacturing team responsible for safely operating equipment, meeting production requirements, and maintaining consistent product quality.
What You’ll Do
As a Hot Press Machine Operator, you’ll help turn advanced metal materials into high-performance products through safe, consistent equipment operation. Your responsibilities will include:
- Set up, operate, and monitor hot press equipment according to established work instructions and production requirements
- Load and unload materials while safely handling parts, tooling, and production equipment
- Monitor temperature, pressure, cycle times, and other process parameters to maintain consistent product quality
- Make equipment or process adjustments as needed within established operating procedures
- Perform in-process inspections and verify products meet required specifications
- Identify equipment or process issues and communicate concerns to Production, Maintenance, or Quality
- Complete production, quality, material, and equipment documentation accurately
- Perform routine equipment inspections, cleaning, and basic operator maintenance
- Follow established safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Work with team members to support production schedules and quality requirements