Press Room Material Handler/Press Assistant

Oberg Industries•Sarver, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At Oberg Industries, we manufacture high-precision metal components for customers who demand excellence. Our Press Room team plays a critical role in keeping production running safely, efficiently, and on schedule and we’re looking for a hands-on, safety-minded Press Room Material Handler / Press Assistant to join our team. If you enjoy working around industrial equipment, operating forklifts, and cranes, and being an essential part of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this role offers stability, skill-building, and room to grow.

Requirements

Experience operating forklifts (stand-up and sit-down); certification required or obtained on the job.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (1–3 years preferred).
Ability to read and understand blueprints and work instructions.
Basic math skills and comfort using barcode scanning systems.
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
Mechanical aptitude or previous experience working around industrial machinery.
Able to stand, bend, lift, and move for extended periods (up to 10-hour shifts).
Ability to lift and move materials (up to 35 lbs. with control and unassisted).
Raise arms above shoulders and perform repetitive tasks.
Comfortable working on your feet and using hands/tools.
Comfortable working around large industrial machinery and in a moderate-to-high noise environment.
Must be able to wear PPE (safety glasses, ear protection, hearing protection, arm sleeves, etc.).
Valid driver’s license
Ability to obtain forklift/fork truck license
Must be a U.S. citizen or be able to comply with U.S. export regulations
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
1-3 years forklift experience
1-3 years manufacturing experience
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude or machinery operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, load, unload, and move raw materials and finished parts throughout the pressroom.
Read work orders and follow instructions to stage materials at the correct press locations.
Safely load and unload metal coils using forklifts, cranes, powered lifts, and banding equipment.
Empty scrap into designated hoppers and notify appropriate personnel when capacity is reached.
Count, weigh, scan, and track materials using barcode systems to maintain accurate inventory.
Stage raw materials and packaging supplies for upcoming shifts to ensure smooth production flow.
Assemble crates and boxes for shipping or storage using air-powered tools and power saws as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized workspace and auxiliary equipment areas in accordance with 5S standards.
Package and inspect stamped parts to ensure compliance with work instructions and customer specifications.
Assist with starting strip material in dies once presses are set up and running.
Perform basic dimensional inspections per Operator Inspection Sheets.
Work closely with Press Operators and the Quality team to support production and quality standards.
Follow all safety, security, and company policies, including state and federal regulations.