High Speed Press Operator at Soode Kansas Corporation – De Soto, Kansas

If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located within Gigafactory of Panasonic Energy of North America Inc at DeSoto, Kansas.

We are Soode Kansas Corporation, fully owned by Alconix Corporation (https://www.alconix.com/en/) which is listed in Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.

We are going to manufacture/supply top cap parts of lithium-ion battery cells to Panasonic Energy. We are looking for people who can enjoy the new challenge, not afraid of new things, and are flexible about unexpected happenings in a start-up environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled High-Speed Press Operator to support a precision-driven manufacturing environment rooted in continuous improvement, quality excellence, and operational discipline. This role is ideal for experienced operators who thrive in structured, team-oriented settings and take pride in producing defect-free components at high efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor high-speed press equipment to achieve optimal throughput and minimal downtime
• Process Control & Optimization: Continuously monitor press performance, identify inefficiencies, and make real-time adjustments to maintain production targets
• Advanced Setup & Changeover: Interpret work orders, tooling requirements, and production schedules to ensure accurate and efficient setups
• Quality Assurance: Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure zero-defect output, Identify and escalate quality concerns proactively to prevent downstream issues
• Measurement & Validation: Utilize precision instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, load monitors) to verify conformance to tight tolerances
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Diagnose mechanical or process issues and implement corrective actions with minimal supervision
• Standard Work & Documentation: Follow and contribute to standardized work instructions, ensuring consistency and repeatability
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and support a culture of accountability and hazard awareness
• General Duties: Support additional tasks as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in high-speed metal stamping within a precision or automotive manufacturing environment
• Technical Expertise: Advanced experience with high-speed presses, progressive dies, and coil feed systems Strong understanding of die protection systems, press tonnage, and feed line optimization
• Blueprint & GD&T: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tolerances, and geometric dimensioning (GD&T preferred)
• Mathematical Proficiency: Comfortable working in both metric and imperial units and strong working knowledge of fractions, decimals, and precision measurement calculations
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Exposure to lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, and standardized work
• Preferred Skills & Attributes

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

- Ability to meet production targets while maintaining accuracy

- Clear and effective communication skills

- Strong safety awareness and adherence to all safety protocols

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Required to wear safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection as designated.

Benefit Provided by the Company:

• 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 6% 401(k) company match
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Supplemental Information:

• Pre-employment drug testing is required. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

E-Verify Statement

• SOODE Kansas Corporation participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

To learn more about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.

EEOC Statement

• At Soode Kansas Corporation, diversity is one of our greatest strengths. We believe that different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives drive innovation and growth. We proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.