Machine Operator I (Press Brake) Job

Machine Operator I (Press Brake) Job

This is an entry level position under the direction of the Production Supervisor. A Machine Operator I work with frequent guidance from of senior personnel within established procedures within the functional area of the metals or felt value stream. Responsible for the safe set up and operation of production machine(s) in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Clocks to and perform transactions in Shop-Trak; providing updates status on projects, material moves, and scrap for all operations
• Load, unload, receive, and store raw materials and supplies
• Prepare machines to start a production cycle? performing calibration? cleaning and other activities efficiently IAW quality standards and established safety procedures
• Use computer aided manufacturing programs to monitors, controls, and adjusts machine settings while operating machinery and/or equipment, according to specifications.
• Perform periodic checks on machinery and/or equipment and solve problems as detected, trouble shoot issues that occur during shift, and m aintain operator logs
• Completes work as required to meet production and schedule requirements
• Performs minor repairs and routine preventative maintenance on machines to including cleaning scrap trays and filters.
• Assist peers and/or cross train on other machines/equipment as needed.
• Works with peers to Identify product defects and report necessary nonconformances to Supervisor, and/or Quality Inspector
• Works with peers to coordinate movement parts and/or products to the next step operation
• Follows safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment as required
• Maintains equipment and work areas; cleans and performs basic repairs as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities None

Travel May travel for training less than 1%

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 Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain machinery effectively Possess basic arithmetic and computer skills Comfortable using hand tooling and basic measuring equipment, tolerances are key Understand oral and written instructions with ability to learn quickly, meet deadlines, and maintain equipment Communication and people skills; team player willing to learn. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (i.e., ability to wear required PPE, work in a dusty, hot, non-climate-controlled environment; with stairs, frequent walking, standing and occasional lifting of material). Ability to work off shift hours in support of plant initiatives. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in core production roles within 90 days of hire. Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred) Knowledge of G-Code (May be required based on position)

Physical and Mental Demands The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Regularly stand, walk, and may sit for extended periods of time
• Regularly use hand-eye coordination, grasp, manipulate, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions
• Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds using mechanical equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Due to the open environment of the warehouse, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Office Environment - This position does not operate in a professional office environment and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Plant Environment - This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to extreme cold and hot temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools, and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty/dirty conditions. Where applicable PPE is required. PPE includes hard hats, safety glasses, earplugs, steel toe/composite boots, and fall protection.

Education and/or Experience Some machine positions may require additional certification or a technical training program. High school diploma or GED (Required) Minimum of 1 year machine operating experience Certificates, Licenses, Registrations CalOSHA 10 (preferred) OSHA Forklift Certification (preferred) CPR & First Aid Certification (preferred)

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