About GSM Outdoors
At GSM Outdoors, we are passionate about creating innovative products for hunters, anglers, shooting sports enthusiasts, and outdoor adventurers. Our family of industry-leading brands includes Stealth Cam, Walker's, Muddy, Birchwood Casey, TRUGLO, Hunter Specialties, Big Bite Baits, Cuda, and many more. We take pride in our quality, craftsmanship, and commitment to safety-and we're looking for team members who share those values.
Position Summary
The
Press Operator is responsible for operating hydraulic press equipment and supporting production operations to manufacture high-quality products safely and efficiently. This role ensures production equipment is running properly, monitors product quality, prepares materials, packages finished goods, and maintains a clean and organized work environment.
Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do
- Set up and operate hydraulic press equipment according to production schedules and quality standards.
- Prepare product mixtures and raw materials for production.
- Operate packaging equipment and monitor machine performance throughout production.
- Regulate machine flow and make minor adjustments to maintain efficient operation.
- Stop, reset, and clear machine jams or minor malfunctions while escalating larger issues to Production Leadership.
- Inspect products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
- Verify product weights and measurements to maintain quality standards.
- Remove defective products and packaging materials from production.
- Package finished products, stack and label boxes, and prepare pallets for storage or shipment.
- Track raw material usage, waste, damaged materials, and shortages.
- Assist with inventory cycle counts for raw materials and finished goods.
- Support production line setup, startup, changeovers, shutdowns, and equipment cleaning.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout each shift.
- Report safety concerns, equipment issues, forklift concerns, or material shortages to Production Leadership.
- Cross-train and assist other production lines or departments as business needs require.
- Properly wear and utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
- 1-3 years of manufacturing or production experience preferred.
- Experience operating production machinery or hydraulic press equipment is a plus.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to use common hand tools.
- Basic computer and math skills.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and work orders.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong organizational skills and safety awareness.
- Ability to speak, read, and write English.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Stand and walk for up to 12-hour shifts.
- Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Perform repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, and overhead movements.
- Work safely around industrial manufacturing equipment.
- Work in a manufacturing environment that may include dust, grease, noise, and varying temperatures.
- Wear all required PPE throughout the shift.
Why Join GSM Outdoors?
At GSM Outdoors, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities to grow your skills while contributing to products trusted by outdoor enthusiasts across North America. If you're dependable, safety-focused, and enjoy hands-on work in a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
GSM Outdoors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.