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Press Operator

  • Tillsonburg, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 9, 2026
  • 1 position

$28–$32 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Press Operator is responsible for operating tonnage presses, decoilers, and feeders to produce quality parts while adhering to safety and production targets. They must perform quick die changes, conduct quality inspections, and utilize lean manufacturing principles to improve process efficiency.

Job details

Location: Tillsonburg, ON Fleetwood Metal Industries, a division of Cleveland-Cliffs Tooling and Stamping, has an immediate opportunity for a Press Operator in our Tillsonburg, Ontario Stamping Facility. The Press Operator is responsible for the operation of various tonnage presses and producing quality parts. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in cold stamping, be self-motivated and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package with career advancement opportunities. Summary of Responsibilities: Operation and knowledge of tonnage presses, decoilers, feeders, conveyors, cranes, and PLC controlled equipment Perform Quick Die Change as per Q.D.C. procedure with minimum supervision Use various measuring and inspection devices to ensure accuracy and part quality, complete all relevant paperwork Troubleshoot for poor quality product and report all damages Utilize lean-manufacturing principles and participate in action workouts to improve process capability, reduce overall costs, and increase capacity Maintain and improve housekeeping within work area Meet production targets as set forth by the company Minimum Qualifications: 2 years of machine operations/ work related experience Ability to stand for long periods of time/ lift 23 kg (50 lbs) Ability to work independently and in a team environment Able to work flexible shift times Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of dies, presses, and press controls (start up, shut down, safety devices) The pay range for this role is $28/hour to $32/hour. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including top pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., including its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Cleveland-Cliffs”), is an equal opportunity employer and complies with its obligations under applicable human rights legislation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or other protected grounds under applicable human rights legislation. Cleveland-Cliffs requires all prospective employees to undergo a pre-employment background check. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities or other needs based on protected human rights grounds. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.

What you’ll do

The Press Operator is responsible for operating tonnage presses, decoilers, and feeders to produce quality parts while adhering to safety and production targets. They must perform quick die changes, conduct quality inspections, and utilize lean manufacturing principles to improve process efficiency.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of machine operation experience and the ability to lift 23 kg. The role requires the ability to work flexible shifts and perform tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Education assistance
  • Paid time off

Listed skills

  • Quality Inspection · Preferred
  • Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred
  • Housekeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Press operation
  • Cold stamping
  • Quick die change
  • Machine operation
  • Quality inspection
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Troubleshooting
  • Crane operation
  • PLC equipment
  • Housekeeping
  • Time Off Management
  • Self-Motivation
  • Physical Exercises
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Stamping (Metalworking)
  • Operations
  • Tooling
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Process Improvement

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Press Operator
  • Production Worker
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  • Production Workers, All Other

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