Top 90 Press operator Jobs in Elizabeth, Nj

Amada Brake Press and Laser Setup/Operator
Durex Inc —Union, NJ
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Welding
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Extruder Machine Operator Specialist
Yespac —Somerville, NJ
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Inventory control
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Press Operator (3rd Shift)
PowPack —Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Entry level
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FT Experienced Screen Printer
Dot Designing —Township of Monroe, NJ
- $19 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Military
- No high school diploma
- No degree
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Punch Press Laser Operator
Medicraft Inc. —Elmwood Park, NJ
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Press Brake Operator
Medicraft —Elmwood Park, NJ
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Overtime
- Military
- Mid-level
- Office
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Machine Operator - Stamping
Weiss-Aug - East Hanover, NJ —East Hanover, NJ
- $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Production Worker (Wax Machine Operator - Weeked Days Shift)
Howmet Aerospace —Dover, NJ
- $24.24 - $26.96 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Cleaning
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Tablet Press
Express Employment Professionals - Woodbridge/Avenel —Edison, NJ
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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First Pressman
Accurate Box Company —Paterson, NJ
- $35.70 - $41.04 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manufacturing Operator
Sunrise Pharma —Rahway, NJ
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Packaging Operator, 3rd Shift (11:00PM - 7:10AM *Week begins Sunday Night)
l'Oréal —Somerset, NJ
- $22.36 - $30.77 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Digital Press Operator
Vomela —Jersey City, NJ
- $33 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Time management
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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1st Press Operator - 2nd Shift
Autajon —South Plainfield, NJ
- $26 - $32 an hour
- Computer literacy
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Packaging Line Operator I, Weekend Day Shift (Fri.,Sat.,Sun.: 6:45AM-6:45PM)
l'Oréal —Somerset, NJ
- $22.36 - $30.77 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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CNC Operator
Bleema Manufacturing Corporation —Irvington, NJ
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Manufacturing
- Senior level
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Production Operator
Lupin —Somerset, NJ
- $25 - $32 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- English
Experienced Tablet Press Operators
Raritan Pharmaceuticals —East Brunswick, NJ
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Packaging Line Operator, Wknd Night Shift (Fri - Sat – Sun: 6:45PM - 6:45AM)
l'Oréal —Somerset, NJ
- $22.36 - $30.77 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Machine Setup Technician/Machinist
Polymer Concepts Technologies, Inc —Orange, NJ
- $26.50 - $30.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Amada Brake Press and Laser Setup/Operator

Durex Inc
Union, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Machine shop presses
Press brake machine
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Press operation
Machine setup
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Mechanical fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication
Laser cutting
Machining tool setup
Calipers
Mechanical drawings
Dimensional measurements
Precision measurement in machining
Sheet metal
Mechanical knowledge
CNC

Full Job Description

Position Overview

The Amada Brake Press & Laser Setup/Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining Amada CNC press brakes and Amada fiber or CO₂ laser cutting machines. This role ensures high‑quality sheet metal fabrication according to engineering drawings, work orders, and quality standards while maintaining safety and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Amada Press Brake Operation

Set up Amada CNC press brakes—including tooling, programming adjustments, and bend sequence setup.
Interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and bend deductions to produce accurate parts.
Create or modify machine programs using Amada control interfaces (e.g., NC9, AMNC).
Perform first‑article inspections and make adjustments to ensure part accuracy.
Operate the press brake efficiently while maintaining dimensional tolerances.

Amada Laser Operation

Set up and operate Amada laser cutting machines (e.g., ENSIS, FO‑series, LCG‑series).
Load programs, adjust cutting parameters, and optimize cutting quality as needed.
Inspect cut parts for accuracy, edge quality, and material conformity.
Monitor machine condition and report or troubleshoot technical issues.

General Fabrication & Production

Read and interpret work orders, material specs, and job travelers.
Handle raw materials: sheet metal loading, unloading, tagging, and organizing.
Perform routine maintenance tasks such as lens/nozzle cleaning, tooling inspection, and basic machine upkeep.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment following OSHA and company safety standards.
Document production data accurately, including part counts, scrap, and machine settings.

Required Skills & Qualifications

2+ years experience operating and setting up Amada press brakes or equivalent CNC press brakes.
2+ years experience with laser cutting operations preferred.
Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication, bend allowances, material properties, and tolerances.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
Familiarity with measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and protractors.
Working knowledge of CNC interfaces and G/M‑code basics (preferred).
Strong problem‑solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Standing for extended periods.
Repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, and material handling.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Amada tooling, offline programming software, or CAD/CAM systems.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing or 5S principles.
Welding or other fabrication skills (optional).

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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press operator jobs in elizabeth, nj

Amada Brake Press and Laser Setup/Operator

Extruder Machine Operator Specialist

Press Operator (3rd Shift)

FT Experienced Screen Printer

Punch Press Laser Operator

Press Brake Operator

Machine Operator - Stamping

Production Worker (Wax Machine Operator - Weeked Days Shift)

Tablet Press

First Pressman

Manufacturing Operator

Packaging Operator, 3rd Shift (11:00PM - 7:10AM *Week begins Sunday Night)

Digital Press Operator

1st Press Operator - 2nd Shift

Packaging Line Operator I, Weekend Day Shift (Fri.,Sat.,Sun.: 6:45AM-6:45PM)

CNC Operator

Production Operator

Experienced Tablet Press Operators

Packaging Line Operator, Wknd Night Shift (Fri - Sat – Sun: 6:45PM - 6:45AM)

Machine Setup Technician/Machinist

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