Press Operator

Are you looking to build a rewarding career in the thriving automotive manufacturing sector? Randstad is seeking a motivated, reliable stamping press operator to join a leading tier-one automotive supplier just outside the Kitchener area. This exciting stamping press operator position is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity designed for individuals who possess a strong work ethic, an excellent attendance record, and a positive, can-do attitude. Operating on a desirable fixed day shift from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, this role offers the perfect work-life balance for professionals looking to establish themselves within the manufacturing & logistics sector. Please note that because the manufacturing facility is located just outside the transit-accessible limits of Kitchener, having a reliable personal vehicle is a requirement for this position, as it is not currently serviced by public bus routes.

As a stamping press operator in the automotive industry, you will play a critical role in the daily production lifecycle, ensuring that high-quality metal components are formed, inspected, and prepared for assembly. This position is ideally suited for an experienced machine professional, but our client is highly open to entry-level candidates who demonstrate a passionate willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within a fast-paced industrial environment. By stepping into this stamping press operator role, you will be supported by a robust team of manufacturing professionals dedicated to safety, precision, and operational excellence.

Advantages
• Competitive hourly compensation starting at $20.00 to $22.00 per hour, strictly pending your prior manufacturing experience.
• Highly desirable and consistent day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, allowing for stable evenings and weekends.
• Seamless temporary-to-permanent career pathway with an established global leader in the automotive manufacturing sector.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training program tailored to help entry-level candidates build specialized industrial skills.
• Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit, supplemented by reliable access to Randstad’s competitive health and wellness benefits options.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive, safety-first facility culture that genuinely values and rewards individual contributions.

Responsibilities
• Operate heavy-duty automated stamping presses safely and efficiently to produce high-tolerance automotive components.
• Perform routine visual quality inspections on incoming raw materials and finished stamped parts to identify defects, burrs, or irregularities.
• Load steel coils or blanks into feeding mechanisms and monitor the continuous flow of the press line.
• Use basic measuring tools and gauges to verify that part dimensions strictly align with automotive engineering blueprints.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workstation in accordance with company safety policies and OHS guidelines.
• Document production counts, scrap metrics, and hourly output logs accurately within the internal tracking system.
• Report any mechanical malfunctions, tool wear, or structural irregularities immediately to the shift supervisor or maintenance team.
• Collaborate productively with forklift operators and material handlers to ensure a steady supply of blanks and empty bins.

Qualifications
• Possession of a reliable personal vehicle and a valid driver's license, as the plant location is outside the Kitchener bus route network.
• Prior experience operating a stamping press or working within an automotive manufacturing environment is highly preferred but not mandatory.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent practical experience in a fast-paced industrial or labor-intensive setting.
• Ability to provide solid professional references verifying your historical track record of punctuality and great attendance.
• Steel-toed safety boots (CSA approved) and a commitment to wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) daily.
• Legal authorization to work full-time hours in Canada for any employer without sponsorship.

Summary
Randstad is a trusted global leader in talent solutions, dedicated to matching hardworking professionals with premium career opportunities that respect your life outside of work. Our specialized industrial recruiters are true experts in their fields, working tirelessly to advocate for your professional advancement and connect you with employers who respect your drive. If you are ready to take the next step as a stamping press operator in Kitchener, we invite you to apply directly on our website today or reach out to connect with our dedicated recruitment team. If this specific role does not perfectly match your current career goals, contact us today to discover other exciting opportunities within our extensive network.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.