Press Brake Operator Level 1-3

Press Brake Operator

Snowline Engineering is a state-of-the-art precision machining facility located in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Nevada just 20 minutes outside of Sacramento. Our company's objective is to provide our customers with diversity in precision machining, precision sheet metal, light to medium fabrication, and turnkey assemblies. We have been in business since 1966 and have a very diverse customer base including customers from the Aerospace, Robotics, Medical and Train industries. Our 80,000 square foot facility features the most state of the art equipment in the industry. We offer in-house training and opportunity for advancement. If you want to work for a company that values excellence and surround yourself with a talented team of professionals, we look forward to receiving your resume! Position: Press Brake Operator Level 1-3 Location: Cameron Park, CA Status: Full Time day shift, some overtime required Hours: Monday - Friday

Compensation and Benefits show how much we value our team!

• $20.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with high company contribution
• Long Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• 401K plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays

General Description

Operate a variety of manual, NC and CNC machines including press brakes, hardware press, shears, and finishing equipment. Will be responsible for properly placing work piece in the machines and completing the operations specified on the job travelers. Must be capable of interpreting blueprints and part specifications to select the correct material, tools, and fabrication processes. Must be familiar with programming formats. Should have a good working knowledge of inspection equipment and be capable of selecting the proper inspection tool to verify product conformity to specifications. Working knowledge of programming techniques both at the machine control and via CAD/CAM software.

Responsibilities

• Capable of interpreting and editing NC and CNC programs
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Reads blueprint and job traveler specifications to determine the proper tooling required to set up each operation
• Builds fixtures as required to hold work piece
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of work piece to specifications using standard measuring tools
• Modify programs as required to meet product conformity
• Maintain statistical reporting
• Deburr work pieces as required
• Clean parts as required
• Complete routine machine maintenance

Non-Essential Responsibilities

• Drive forklift
• Setup hardware press
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications: Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years working with sheet metal equipment including NC and CNC controlled machines
• Good math skills
• General mechanical skills
• Basic familiarity with the use of hand tools
• Experience with setting up press brakes, shear, calipers, square, protractor, height gage and indicator surface plate
• Knowledge of K factors and bend allowances
• Basic blueprint skills
• Knowledge of fabrication with the following materials: Stainless Steel, Titanium, Aluminum, low carbon steel and assorted plastics
• High school diploma or GED

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