Shop Hand / Press Operator Day Shift

The Kirlin Company

  • DETROIT, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Full-time

Highlights

This is an entry level position, at our headquarters in Detroit, for a shop hand/press operator who is mechanically inclined, precision oriented and able to produce quality parts under deadlines. Hand drill (drill or tap), jig saw, hand held punch, rivet gun, hand riveter, arbor press.

Numbers & Facts

LocationDETROIT, MI
Job TypeFull-time

Description

Benefits:
  • Employee discounts
  • Paid time off

Job description


Founded in 1895, Kirlin Lighting is the longest-operating independent lighting fixture manufacturer in the United States. This is an entry level position, at our headquarters in Detroit, for a shop hand/press operator who is mechanically inclined, precision oriented and able to produce quality parts under deadlines. We are a rapidly growing company offering growth potential to associates who embody industriousness, conscientiousness, focus, a willingness to learn, very good attendance, a positive attitude, and the ability to enhance the performance of a team.


Duties to be assigned daily by Pressroom Leader. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:


  • Operating press
  • Operating PEM press
  • Operating drill press
  • Operating band saw
  • Operating press brake
  • Operating shear
  • Operating saw machines (CNC and miter)
  • Sanding/deburring parts
  • Assembly of frames, housings, misc. assemblies
  • Using hand tools for general fabrication tasks
  • Hand drill (drill or tap), jig saw, hand held punch, rivet gun, hand riveter, arbor press
  • Adherence to 5S principles (keeping area clean and organized) in concert with completing tasks
  • Logs job progression in ERP system
  • Temporary assignment to assembly or packaging tasks during periods of high or low volume.
Preferred skillsets


  • Able to read prints and drawings to facilitate the accurate manufacture of parts and assemblies
  • Able to measure and mark with precision using calipers, tape measure, SAE/Metric scale, micrometer.
  • Understands shop math
Other requirements


  • Adheres to safety standards at all times
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks
  • Able to work overtime as needed.
 takes pride in craftsmanship and values every member of the shop floor.

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