Overview
Hydraulic Press Operator Jobs in Milton, FL at Formweld Fitting Inc.
Job Summary:
Formweld Fitting, Inc is a pipe fitting manufacturer serving several industries, including the petrochemical and mining sectors. Our staff fabricates, to standard specification, wrought steel pipe fittings to customers on-demand.
To support customer needs, we are looking for dependable and adaptable manufacturing personnel to join our production team in our PRESS DEPARTMENT to operate hydraulic presses to process 3/16" to 1" thick metal. The ideal candidate is reliable, flexible, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
Pay:
- Starting at $20 per hour, based on experience
Work Location:
- On-site, Non-Warehouse
Expected Weekly Hours:
- Up to 40 hours per week with occasional overtime
- Days of Operation: Monday to Friday – can extend to Saturdays
- Daily Shift: 06:00AM to 02:30PM
Overtime Opportunities:
- Possibility of overtime is as-needed and at the discretion of management.
Press (Machine) Operator Key Responsibilities:
- Safely and efficiently operate equipment and presses according to company standards.
- Take on additional production-related tasks as assigned to support workflow and minimize downtime.
- Accurately log work hours and job progress using the computer-based time clock system.
- Complete assigned work within estimated time frames while maintaining quality standards.
- Report equipment, safety, or production concerns promptly.
- Assist with setup, cleanup, and general production duties as needed.
- Use accurate measuring and guided math formulae to produce product.
- Operate a forklift to move heavy dies and product between departments and also arrange/install dies for use.
- Perform daily checks and basic maintenance on presses.
- Press 3/16" to 1" thick blanks into dies to form product.
- Assist with oven-handling.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
- Position requires flexibility to support both direct production needs and overflow tasks.
Qualifications:
- Completed GED or High School Diploma – REQUIRED
- Previous experience in manufacturing/fabrication setting – REQUIRED.
- Basic computer knowledge required (logging time, task tracking, basic digital tools).
- Strong work ethic with the ability to adapt and take initiative.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Physically able to stand, bend, lift, and move materials as required.
Required Skills for Press Operator:
- Read, write, and speak English
- Ability to read tape measure down to a 1/16th of an inch
- Be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
- Able to work in various temperatures (our production building is not climate-controlled: it is hot during hot months and cold during cold months).
Interested candidates should apply ON-LINE on Indeed. If management decides to bring a candidate in for an interview, we will contact them to continue to the next step. Please do NOT call to schedule an interview.
Formal interviews will be held on-site at 8118 Progress Drive, Milton, FL 32583.
Thank you for your interest.
Regards,
Maura K.
FWF Office Admin.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Our main production area is not climate-controlled. Would you be able to weather high heat in the summer and colder temperatures in the winter?
- Would you be able demonstrate the ability to read a tape measure and measure accurately down to a 1/16th of an inch?
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Hydraulic Press Operator
Company: Formweld Fitting Inc.
Location: Milton, FL
