Manufacturing Technician

Apply Description Manufacturing Technician Osceola, Iowa Hiring for 1st Shift (Day Shift) Employment Type: Full-Time (overtime as needed) Join Our Team Join a dependable, growing company with opportunities for promotion and leadership! Power Brace Manufacturing is an energetic, family-style business. We want you to be part of it! Come grow with us! We are seeking candidates who are dependable, hard-working, and positive. Candidates will operate machinery so attention to detail and general trade skills are preferred. Our employees enjoy the knowledge and skills they gain. We are seeking a reliable, safety-focused Press Operator to join our growing manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating a stamping press while maintaining quality standards, production goals, and safe work practices. Previous manufacturing or press operation experience is preferred but we are willing to train motivated individuals with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. Responsibilities • Operate stamping and punch press equipment safely and efficiently • Load and unload materials into presses • Perform quality inspections using measuring tools and gauges • Monitor machine performance and report production issues • Support all manufacturing processes has needed. • Read and follow work instructions and production documentation • Complete first-piece and in-process inspections • Identify defects and notify supervision when quality concerns arise • Maintain production records and documentation • Perform routine housekeeping and maintain a clean work area • Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and Lockout/Tagout procedures Qualifications • High school or Equivalent • Manufacturing experience (1 year) preferred • Press operator or stamping experience preferred • Ability to perform safe start up and shutdown sequence of machine • Basic measuring skills using tape measures, calipers, and gauges • Ability to read and interpret blueprints • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds • Strong attention to detail and quality • Dependable attendance and punctuality • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Excellent work ethic with minimum supervision Physical Requirements • Standing for extended periods • Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching • Ability to lift, move, and handle materials • Working in a manufacturing environment with moving equipment and machinery Benefits • Competitive pay • Overtime opportunities • Paid holidays • Paid time off • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Retirement plan with company match • Tuition reimbursement • Training and development programs Why Work With Us? We are committed to safety, quality, and employee development. We believe in providing our employees with the tools and training they need to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. Apply today and become part of a team that takes pride in producing high-quality products while maintaining a safe and positive work environment.