Hiring: 2 openings: Machine Operator (Punch Press)
ALMETEK IS HIRING! REPLY TO THIS AD TO BE CONNECTED WITH HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT.
•Date: 09/2026
•Position: Machine Operator (Punch Press)
•Reports To: Punch Press Dept. Supervisor
•Job site: Reports to work in person at Almetek: 2 Joy Dr. Hackettstown NJ 07840
•Function: This position will be trained to operate a variety of presses including clicker press, brake press, punch press, roll form, and corner round. May be assigned other tasks as deemed necessary by management.
•Employment type: Full-time role. Hourly, non-exempt. Direct hire.
•Hours: Monday-Friday from 7 AM- 3:30 PM. Occasional overtime; this position may require more than 40 hours per week and weekends. No swing shifts!
•Compensation: $18-21/ per hour depending on experience
•Hourly, non-exempt benefits: Vacation time, Sick time, 10 paid company holidays annually, Health insurance with HRA, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, company funded Life-AD&D insurance, Aflac supplemental insurance, 401(k) with company match, educational assistance & tuition reimbursement, monthly company-wide incentives, employee performance reviews, discretionary bonuses, safety-focused work culture in a family owned and operated company.
Job Duties/Requirements:
•Meet production goals in a safe and timely manner by operating various Press equipment based on your training and incoming production work orders
•Must be mechanically inclined
•Read and follow work instructions
•Safety-focused at all times
•Professional communication skills
•Ability to work successfully with a diverse group of individuals
•Ability to maintain a clean and safe workspace
•Ability to read and measure with a ruler
•Ability to follow all OSHA regulations and wear required Personal Protective Equipment
•Inspects first work pieces for conformance to specifications and quality
•Utilize a computer tablet to document work order progress via Scan & Track software.
•Experience in the metal fabrication industry preferred but not required
•Able to perform the physical aspects of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, which may include but not limited to sitting, standing, walking, crouching, bending, reaching, twisting, fine and gross hand manipulation, lift up to 50 lbs. This position is exposed to loud noises/oil/fumes, as well as hot and cold climates in the plant.
•This position may require more than 40 hours per week, and Saturday’s based on workload.
Skills/Qualifications:
•High school diploma.
•Basic math skills.
•Ability to read, communicate, and follow work instructions in the English language.
•The nature of the manufacturing environment is unpredictable; having an adaptable attitude is necessary.
•Must be a team player and willing to help company wide as needed (ex: Shipping help)
•Attention to detail is important to ensure quality control.
•This position requires the ability to perform the physical aspects of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including but not limited to lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., sitting, standing, walking (including up/down stairs), bending, reaching, twisting, fine manipulation of hands and fingers, exposure to loud noises/oils/paints/fumes, as well as hot and cold climates in the plant.
ABOUT ALMETEK
Since 1975, Almetek Industries, Inc. is proud to be a family-owned American business. From humble beginnings in the Staten Island basement of owner Albert Burlando, to the current 42,000+ SF facility in Hackettstown, New Jersey, Almetek continues to be a leading manufacturer of safety and identification products. We are proud to be celebrating 51 years in business in 2026.
Our experienced team design and manufacture both generic and custom products that exceed industry standards and our customers’ expectations. Almetek's friendly and knowledgeable customer service works closely with our clients to provide them with the highest quality products.
Almetek assists a vast array of companies, organizations, and individuals worldwide to find the right product systems for the job and fit to their unique needs. From our state-of-the-art digitally printed products to porcelain enamel signs, Almetek continues to lead the industry with cutting-edge technology.
Our mission is to be recognized as a World Class Supplier of superior quality identification and safety products. We achieve that as a team through high quality standards and continuous innovation, setting industry standards that are hard to beat!
Posted on September 10, 2026
For more information, contact Jackie Pereira by filling out the form below or call 908-850-9700.