Press Brake Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Press Brake Machine Operator - 2nd ShiftExpress Employment Professionals is hiring for our manufacturing client near the Pikeville, TN area!Are you dependable, hardworking, and looking to build your career in manufacturing? Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Production Associate to support production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position plays a vital role in keeping production running efficiently through material handling, machine support, finishing work, and shipping preparation.Job ResponsibilitiesPerform labor-intensive production duties including material handling, chipping, grinding, leak testing, packing parts, and paint line support.Load and unload materials, parts, and finished products from pallets, skids, conveyors, containers, and trucks.Deliver metal parts and raw materials to designated production and machining areas.Assist with machine setup by positioning and securing materials on machine tables, chucks, or fixtures.Feed metal parts and stock into automated metalworking equipment and remove finished components after machining cycles.Add coolant and lubricants to production equipment as needed.Reclaim and recycle cutting oils and lubricants using established procedures.Remove metal chips, shavings, and excess oil from machinery and work surfaces.Maintain a clean and organized work environment through routine housekeeping.Sort and separate scrap metal, chips, and recyclable materials for proper disposal and resale.Remove burrs and excess material from finished parts using hand tools.Stamp or etch part numbers and identification markings onto metal components.Inspect cleaned and finished parts to verify quality standards are met.Transfer finished products into shipping containers for delivery.Assist machine operators and production teams with various manufacturing tasks as needed.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED preferred.Previous manufacturing, warehouse, machine shop, or production experience is a plus but not required.Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a manufacturing environment.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.Good work ethic and reliable attendance.Ability to work effectively as part of a team.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift throughout the workday.Frequent lifting and handling of materials and metal parts.Ability to work around machinery, moving equipment, noise, and industrial environments.Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and physical labor safely.Why Apply?Competitive payOpportunity to gain valuable manufacturing experienceStable, full-time employmentGrowth opportunities within a respected manufacturing companySupport from the Express Employment Professionals team throughout your assignmentEqual Opportunity EmployerExpress Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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