Coil Operator

Company: DURHAM Manufacturing
Location: Durham
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Summary: We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Press Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will operate mechanical power presses or hydraulic presses to produce high-quality parts from steel coils, adhering to work instructions and production standards. Essential Functions: · Obtain scheduled workloads from the coil line plan to the actual board. · Identify part numbers from assigned work orders, retrieve the orange part pattern from the pattern rack, and compare it to the first piece produced to ensure proper quality. · Submit the number of pieces produced on each work order in a timely manner following established procedures. · Remove dies from presses and return them to the proper storage area. · Set up new dies, square them in the press, and perform all other procedures required to set up the press for the assigned job. · Verify that the correct steel is placed on the coil reel. · Operate the press to manufacture parts according to work order requirements for quantity. · Perform daily preventative maintenance on the press, flattener, and coil reel. · Regularly check parts for quality according to established procedures. · Follow all lock-out/tag-out procedures and lock storage policies. · Report any nonconforming conditions to the supervisor. · Follow 7-S policies, procedures, and meet goals. · Adhere to all safety rules and policies, immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor. · Maintain a neat and orderly work area. · Participate in all required training. Additional Responsibilities: · Return all tools and equipment to designated locations. · Empty scrap buckets from the assigned coil line as needed. · Move loads of completed parts to storage areas as required. · Perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: ·High school diploma or equivalent. · Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to use a calculator. · Possess or be able to obtain equipment certification. · Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. · Possess manual dexterity and meet physical requirements for bending, twisting, and stacking parts in storage baskets in a piecework environment. · Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. · Ability to work effectively with a group of people with diverse abilities and backgrounds. Salary and Schedule: Salary: $20.00- $24.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience. Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6 am - 4:30 pm; Fridays dependent on workload. Benefits: - 401k with company match - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Profit Sharing - Life and Disability Insurance - Paid Time Off Join our team and contribute to the legacy of our growing, family-owned company. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development. Apply today and become an integral part of our success story.

Keywords: DURHAM Manufacturing, New England , Coil Operator, Engineering , Durham, Northeast