Press Brake Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

At DBG, we pride ourselves on being a leader in automotive metal fabrication. Our dedicated team is at the heart of our success, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join us.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to innovative projects, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: We believe in rewarding hard work and talent with a pay structure that reflects your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Outstanding health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Team Culture: Join a supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork is encouraged, and achievements are celebrated.

Why Join Us?

Great Team: Be part of a diverse workforce that values creativity, initiative, and a positive attitude.  

Innovative Projects: Work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the industry.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a fantastic team, we encourage you to apply! 

DBG USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Please review job posting below.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote, maintain, and encourage a safe work environment and good housekeeping by example. 
• Work as a Team Member in all situations. Set a good example for others within the department.
• Check to ensure that paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Must ensure good communication is kept with Team Leader.
• Must be familiar & clearly understand all Press & Auxiliary Equipment functions.
• Must adhere to all safety Policies and Procedures and report all Safety Hazards or accidents to the Team Leader.
• Responsible for part quality, and final inspection. Maintain quality charts as required.  Accurately complete all related paperwork.
• Ensure accurate scrap and production reporting and any other reporting as deemed necessary and approved.
• Responsible for production-related identification i.e., C.C., WIP, R.M., REJECT SAMPLES.
• Must follow inspection plans, routings, setup sheets, work orders, kan ban system, and quality alerts.
• Some material handling may be required (i.e. pump truck, lift truck - starting or loading of coils).
• Responsible to report all known errors to Team Leader.

QUALITY AWARENESS:

• Work in conjunction with DBG’s quality objectives and understand how poor-quality affects DBG, our customers, and the end user of our product.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 3-year experience in a metal stamping environment.
• Good knowledge of processes/products.
• Good interpersonal skills.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS:

• Must be able to communicate well with others to report the status of equipment/set-up.
• Minimal external contract.
• General understanding of Die functions and mechanics - die protection experience is an asset.

COMPLEXITY OF TASKS:

• Set-ups are usually standard; however, incumbent is required to set dies and adjusts settings for quality production or shut machine down for repairs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to withstand a minimum of 8 hours on a concrete surface.
• Lift up to 40 lbs. using proper lifting techniques.