Job Title: Press Tender
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We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Press Setup Technician to join our Vertex Fasteners team in Des Plaines, Illinois. In this hands-on manufacturing role, you will prepare press and extrusion equipment for production, support product changeovers, troubleshoot die and machine issues, and help keep operations safe, efficient, and focused on quality. Your work will directly support reliable production and a strong team environment.
So, what will you do as a Press Setup Technician?
• Assemble, disassemble, install, adjust, and troubleshoot dies on press and extrusion equipment.
• Prepare machines for product changeovers and verify setup accuracy before production startup.
• Start equipment, monitor operation, and respond to machine, die, material, or product issues.
• Use measuring equipment accurately to confirm products meet established quality standards.
• Monitor scrap and production concerns, report process abnormalities, and support corrective actions.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance activities that support equipment reliability.
• Promote safe work practices, good housekeeping, and compliance with safety and quality requirements.
• Assist with employee training and cross-training while supporting teamwork and clear communication.
• Work closely with production, Tool & Die Maintenance, Quality, Shipping and Receiving, and management.
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with machine setup, troubleshooting, and production changeovers; experience with dies, presses, or extrusion equipment is preferred.
• Forklift certification.
• Ability to measure accurately, identify problems, and organize work priorities.
• Working knowledge of preventive maintenance and safe manufacturing practices.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and interact effectively with employees at all levels.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred.
Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly pay for this role ranges from $20.00 - $25.00 based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is eligible for an annual performance increase, subject to or based on individual performance, business results, budgetary constraints, and other factors.
In addition, we offer great benefits for this role:
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off, including vacation and paid holidays
• 401(k) savings plan
• Health Savings…