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Press Technicians

Manitowoc, WI 54220

Posted: 08/06/2026 Job Number: 814928 Pay Rate: 20.00 Industry: Metals / Machine Shop

Job Description

Position Title: Press Technician

Wage: $20.00-$22.00 per hour 

Shift: 1st, 2nd 

Hours: 5:00am-3:00pm; 3:00pm-1:00am

QPS Employment Group has a great Press Technician position available at a company in Manitowoc, WI. This is a 1st and 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire. 

Press Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Operating presses and following checklists, procedures, and guidelines to production flow to meet customer specifications.
- Inspect brass casings for cosmetic and functional defects using precision instruments (calipers, micrometers) for quality monitoring. 
- Utilizing PLEX production software effectively. 
- Performing mechanical adjustments, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment issues. 
- Adheres to all safety requirements, including cleaning the work area, lockout/tagout, and wearing required PPE.

Press Technician Requirements:
- Previous experience working in manufacturing preferred.  
- Ability to work with large press machinery.
- Prior forklift experience is a plus.
- Intellectual curiosity, passion for machinery, positive attitude, self-discipline, and commitment to the company’s mission. 
- Must be detail-oriented with a high degree of quality and accuracy.
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds. 
- Must be able to lift, twist, pull, and bend as required.
- Must successfully pass pre-employment screening.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- High school diploma or equivalent. 
- Strong mechanical, mathematical, reading comprehension, and troubleshooting skills.  
- Demonstrate safe work practices, ability to work independently and within a team environment, and strong communication skills.


About us:
QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
 
Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
 
Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!
 
Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.
 
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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