Press Operator

Job Title: Press Operator

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Location: San Marcos, Texas

We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.

About this role

A magnet press operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a specialized press machine used to mold and compact magnetic powder into desired shapes, ensuring consistent quality and production volume by monitoring the pressing process, making adjustments as needed, and performing routine maintenance checks to maintain machine functionality and safety standards.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work?

What We Have To Offer:

- Competitive Base

- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment

- Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution

- Employee Assistance Program

- 401(k) retirement plan and match program

- Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)

- Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)

- Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)

- Sick Leave (eligible after 90 days of employment)

- Company Paid Holidays

Diversity

At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Loading magnetic powder into the press hopper, aligning dies according to specifications, and setting pressure and cycle time parameters based on the required magnet properties.

- Continuously observing the press operation to identify any potential issues like uneven powder distribution, pressure fluctuations, or machine malfunctions.

- Regularly inspecting pressed magnets for size, shape, and magnetic strength to ensure they meet quality standards, performing necessary adjustments as needed.

- Identifying and resolving common machine issues such as jams, misaligned dies, or pressure inconsistencies.

- Performing routine cleaning and lubrication of the press, inspecting wear and tear on components, and reporting any necessary repairs.

- Loading and unloading raw materials (magnetic powder) and finished magnets, adhering to proper handling procedures.

- Maintaining production records, including batch numbers, pressures, and quality inspection results.

We are looking for someone who:

- Has a mechanical aptitude and understanding of basic machine operation principles.

- Shows attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality standards.

- Can read and interpret work instructions and specifications.

- Can perform basic math skills for calculations related to production quantities and measurements.

- Has good hand-eye coordination and ability to operate machinery with precision.

- Can work independently and follow safety protocols.

Physical Requirements:

- Must be able to pass a drug screening, medical physical and, if applicable, visual testing.

- Able to move up to 50lbs.

- Can wear PPE.

- Comfortable standing for long periods of time, up to and exceeding 60 minutes.

- Can make repetitive movements including, but not limited to, sitting, squatting and walking up and down stairs.

About Noveon Magnetics

At Noveon Magnetics, we’re reimagining the rare earth magnet industry and changing the way we electrify the world. We’re a fast-growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the globe united by a shared mission to support the commercialization of our magnet manufacturing technology and forge a new path toward resource efficiency, resource independence and a low-carbon economy.

As the only U.S manufacturer of permanent rare earth magnets essential to a range of technologies that rely on an electric motor-from electric vehicles to medical devices to aerospace and defense systems to clean energy-we’re ushering in an electric future that is 100% Made in America. All our operations, from R&D through production, assembly, and delivery, are conducted out of our state-of-the-art manufacturing center in San Marcos, Texas.

Noveon Magnetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.