Job Information
Aerotek Press Operator in Solon, Ohio
Job Title: Press Operator | $20-26 HR
Job Description
As a Press Operator, you will set up and operate heavy-duty power presses to bend, form, stretch, and straighten various products such as plates and structural shapes. This role requires you to follow blueprints, layouts, and templates to ensure precision and quality. You will plan sequences of operations with a deep understanding of materials and assist in operating multiple presses simultaneously for a variety of stamping products.
Responsibilities
Plan sequence of operations using knowledge of materials.
Assist with setup and operate multiple automatic or multi-slide presses simultaneously.
Work from drawings, route sheets, schedules, and both written and verbal instructions.
Check materials for correct size and type, load coils, adjust uncoiler and material rollers.
Assist with the setup of complicated progressive dies, adjust stroke and feed as needed.
Use micrometers, calipers, scales, and gauges to ensure adherence to specifications.
Move materials using a lift truck or crane as necessary.
Install and check safety devices as needed for specific jobs.
Report faulty equipment, defective material, and unusual conditions to a supervisor.
Observe all safety rules and maintain a neat and orderly work area.
Perform other related duties as assigned, which may require additional hours to meet company needs.
Essential Skills
3 years of manufacturing experience with some experience in operating general manufacturing machinery.
Proficiency in blueprint reading and machine operation.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and meet operational deadlines.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Physical ability to bend, squat, reach above the head, and lift at least 25 pounds.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Self-motivated with innovative and adaptable qualities.
Dedicated to integrity and customer focus.
Respectful, team-oriented, optimistic, and energizing personality.
Why Work Here?
Join a team-oriented environment within a large, innovative company with numerous opportunities for growth. Enjoy being part of a forward-thinking organization that values integrity, customer focus, and team collaboration. You will be empowered to contribute to meaningful solutions that benefit customers globally.
Work Environment
This role offers flexibility with open shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shifts with additional shift differential for 3rd shift. Availability for weekends is required, with Sundays offering double-time pay if it is the 7th day worked. The work is primarily in a stamping facility focused on producing fasteners for the steel industry. The company is known for its innovation and positive work culture, offering a supportive environment for long-term career growth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Solon, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $52000.00/yr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.