Press Operator

Marmon Holdings, Inc.

Press Operator running copper extrusion equipment for Cerro Flow Products, part of Marmon’s global industrial manufacturing organization. Monitoring production, maintaining tooling, entering MES data, and coordinating safe press operations.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeShelbina • Illinois, Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safely operating and controlling Extrusion Press machinery, performing pre-startup checks, and maintaining production efficiency. Proficient in using measuring equipment and managing production data within the MES database.

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Extrusion Press OperationMES Database ManagementMeasuring Equipment ProficiencySafety ComplianceCrew Organization

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Hard Skills

Extrusion Press OperationNeedle Scaler OperationGrinder OperationDie Grinder OperationMicrometer ReadingCaliper ReadingBasic Math SkillsPre-Startup ChecksProduction Data EntryMaintenance Scheduling

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Safety RulesQuality ImprovementProcess CapabilityResource StewardshipInventory Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Safely operate and control the Extrusion Press to extrude and size copper billets into shells
Organize the Press Crew for safe start-up at the beginning of shifts and following shutdowns
Maintain visual and mental concentration for safe and efficient Press operation
Perform pre-startup checks on container heat, pump operation, heaters, valves, heat exchanger, and nitrogen flow
Use the monitor and control panel to call billets and operate the Press
Monitor the run-out trough and lubricate the mandrel as needed
Clean dies and die holders as needed
Schedule replacement of mandrels, dies, dummy blocks, and clean-out rings based on usage, wear data, and past performance
Enter production and downtime information into the MES database daily
Safely shut down the machine at the end of the shift and week
Perform daily housekeeping and clean machines used during the shift
Follow safety rules and instructions
Participate in safety, quality, and process-capability improvement programs
Report safety concerns, incidents, quality issues, and equipment issues to supervisors or production management
Determine when maintenance should be called and when dies and other items should be changed or replaced
Assist with cost control through resource stewardship, improvement recommendations, and inventory management
Communicate performance and needs with supervisors, coworkers, and other production departments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Working knowledge of computers to access the MES database
Ability to safely operate a needle scaler, grinder, and die grinder
Ability to read micrometers, calipers, and other measuring equipment
Basic math skills
Knowledge and ability to safely perform all Press Crew duties and responsibilities
Ability to work a first-shift schedule with 12-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Must complete additional job-related screening processes following a conditional offer, as permitted or required by applicable law

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401k matching