Press Brake Operator

Job Title: Press Brake Operator
Reports to: Leadman
Job Type: Hourly non-exempt

SUMMARY
Responsible for operating press break on machine. Fits and fabricates structural steel, Completes layout, and inspects finished product.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Operate press break machine.
Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches.
Use a CNC controller to input information into machine.
Adjust ram and back gauge locations per process control instructions and blueprints.
Checks height, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges and other precision-measuring instruments.
Perform complex programming using all features of the press brake.
Work with tight tolerances.
Produce parts for assembly operations.
Meet customer specifications and delivery requirements.
Program the CNC to produce new parts meeting specifications.
Perform spot inspections of parts.
Perform all required routine and minor maintenance activities according to procedures.
Complete and maintain paperwork.
Identify assembly parts.
Set up light gauge metal.
Configure bend allowances for sheet metal (stainless, aluminum & regular steel).
Check machine for defects and repair if necessary.
Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned.
Read drawings and blueprints.
Performs general daily maintenance on equipment.
Operates forklifts.
Upkeep and cleanliness of work areas.
Follow company safety & security guidelines
Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.
Other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
2 years previous experience.

DESIRED ADDITIONAL TRAINING (to be provided, if necessary)
On the job training to be provided, as needed, for all assigned responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employee may be required to do the following: climbing into and out of equipment; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands, fingers and feet to operate tools and equipment; lifting up to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction. The employee is frequently required to sit while performing the duties of this job (approx. 70%) walk (30%) stand (0%). The employee is expected to lift or move materials (5% of workday)

MENTAL DEMANDS
Employee may be required to do the following: following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; reading and interpreting information; judging distances and accurately; following oral and/or written directions; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.

The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. This means the individual must not pose a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties may be assigned and/or reassigned as needed and/or instructed by department manager, general manager or other supervisor.

Disability /Veteran / EOE

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