Brake Press Operator

Description

• Stopping unsafe acts.
• Recommend drawing changes, equipment changes or improvements, reduce setup time and tooling costs.
• Receives work instructions, prints and routers for the job.
• Shall be responsible for programming the operation of a CNC press brake.
• May be required to assist maintenance in the repair of press brake.
• Performs operator daily maintenance of machine and tooling as required.
• Reporting machine and tooling problems to Team Leader.
• Shall be responsible for setting up press brake tooling.
• Utilize measuring devices such as protractor, vernier calipers, micrometer, thickness gage, machinist square, etc. to check and verify accuracy of work.
• Follow established safety policies including, but not limited to, mobile equipment, PPE, emergency response, HAZCOM, first-aid response, etc.
• Maintenance and safeguarding personal protective equipment. Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Requirements

• Knowledge of press brake operation and material limitations.
• Capable of setting ram pressure and adjustment to assure correct die clearance due to metal thickness as indicated by measurement devices.
• Knowledge of press brake tooling and tooling applications.
• Capable of reading part drawings and understanding tolerance requirements.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Metal forming training/apprenticeship.
• Must be capable of using common measuring equipment for sheet metal.
• Work involves varying degrees of precision and control where damage could be caused by lack of required skills.
• Good visual and spatial perception
• May be required to obtain a fork truck drivers’ license.
• Must be capable of understanding and operating press brake controls and can stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours per day. (Overtime may extend time period).
• Requires bending, stooping, and standing.
• Thorough understanding of sheet metal handling safety.
• Thorough understanding of press brake and heavy machinery safety.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds without the use of lifting equipment.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and other Ancillary coverages
• Quarterly rate increase
• Quarterly bonuses
• Monthly Accrued Vacation
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Safety Shoe Voucher Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance