Challenge Manufacturing · 1 month ago
Automatic Press Operator
1192 County Road 177, Cusseta, AL 36852
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expChallenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, committed to operational excellence and employee empowerment. The Automatic Press Operator is responsible for monitoring automatic presses, ensuring quality stampings are produced according to standards, and performing various production-related tasks to meet daily requirements.
AutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Performs all duties to ensure department and plant meet daily and weekly production requirements
References production orders in Plex to stamp product per Job Element Sheet (JES)
Select and load correct coils in stamping press in order to produce a quality stamping
Frequently lifts/moves, pulls/pushes, and/or positions products and materials weighing up to xx pounds, occasionally weighing more (assistance given with heavier objects by work partner[s]), throughout assigned work center. Press operations involve frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, turning, and lifting
May select proper rack or bin to pack parts and/or store parts for next process
Properly packs parts in correct pin/storage container per packaging instructions to meet customer requirements. Ensures proper labeling requirements are followed. Uses personal computer (PC), Plex system, keyboard, and mouse
Completes on-line work center and operator inspection sheets to verify process are stable and all visual inspection and gage requirements are being met
Visually inspects parts from stamping press per Challenge Manufacturing quality standards to ensure proper form, fit, and function. Ensures customer and Challenge Manufacturing quality standards are met per gage instructions, first piece inspection approval, problem containment processes, quality alerts and other quality standards called out in the Challenge Manufacturing Quality Policy and/or Plex System specific for each work center
Ensures and maintains safety and cleanliness of work area by performing housekeeping duties
Performs and cross trains on various work centers as required
Completes appropriate paperwork and other documentation (hourly count boards)
Meets daily production requirements
Qualification
Required
High School Graduate or equivalent
One year of manufacturing experience
Has high standards of performance for self. Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes. Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work
Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress. Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts
Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships
Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow. Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers
Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities. Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively
Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity
Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge
Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely
Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal workplace instructions
Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday
Ability to read and interpret job element sheets
Ability to use a variety of gages (functional, go/no go) required
PC and keyboard/mouse skills required
Ability to frequently lift/move material weighing up to 40 pounds
Ability to work as a contributing member within team environment
Must be 18 years of age or older
Able to stand for 8-10 hours a day and be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options
Employer 401k Match
ESOP shares
Tuition reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Challenge Incentive Program
Paid time off
Company
Challenge Manufacturing
Challenge Manufacturing is an automotive company offering stamped and welded automotive assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2021-02-02Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Doug Bradley
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-05
Business Wire
2023-10-16
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