Mechanical Press Operator

Penz Products, located in Mishawaka, IN, is part of the Tramec family, with manufacturing facilities across the United States. We offer steady work, competitive pay, and a strong benefits package in a hands-on manufacturing environment where teamwork and reliability matter.   

Position Summary:

In this role, your primary responsibility will be operating metal stamping presses to produce quality parts safely and efficiently. Depending on production needs, operators may also assist with brake press operations, assembly work, packaging, quality inspections, and material handling. Previous stamping press experience is a plus, but we are willing to train motivated candidates with a strong work ethic and reliable attendance.

Why you’ll like working here
Along with competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical & prescription coverage, including a high-cost specialty drug program (potential for $0 cost)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
• On-demand pay (any day can be payday)
• $2,000 attendance bonus
• $500 employee referral bonus
• $500 wellness visit drawing
• Gym membership credit
• Company-paid uniforms
• Safety gear allowance: $85 for RX safety glasses and $150 for work boots
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training opportunities

Why Penz?

Many of our employees start as operators and develop skills across multiple manufacturing processes. We promote from within whenever possible and provide opportunities to learn stamping, brake press operations, assembly, quality inspection, and equipment setup.

Shift: Monday - Friday 6am-2:30pm, but hours could vary if overtime is needed

What You'll Do

• Operate stamping presses and related production equipment
• Perform quality inspections using gauges, calipers, and measuring tools
• Complete production and quality documentation
• Assist with coil changes and press setups as needed
• Monitor equipment for proper operation and report issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow company safety, quality, and environmental policies
• Support other manufacturing operations as needed

• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Stamping press experience is a plus
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and gauges is helpful
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Tramec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law.

At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position. We appreciate your understanding.

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