Press Brake Operator

Job Description

Summary: We are seeking a Press Brake Operator to become an integral part of our team.

Reports to: Operations Supervisor

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow standardized work procedures.
• Ability to produce quality parts that meet company/customer specifications.
• Record daily production and scrap in ERP system.
• Ability to read and comprehend detailed work instructions, blueprints, and/or drawings.
• Ability to follow daily schedules and meet production goals.
• Follow industry and company policies, procedures and safety standards at all times.
• Effectively communicates any issues affecting production to the team lead or supervisor
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs. Activities include lifting, stooping, twisting and bending on a regular basis.
• Set up, adjust, and operate a press brake to perform a wide variety of operations.
• Properly change tooling, ram position, ram speed and backstop position as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Receive work order through Plex
• Review, obtain and set-up tooling
• Press first piece and adjust press brake as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ year press brake experience.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Willing to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Have basic math skills, i.e., be able to count, subtract, multiply and divide
• Have basic computer skills
• Have good eyesight, including depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to differentiate between colors.
• Be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Be able to lift up-to 20 lbs on a regular basis. Occasionally lift up-to 40 lbs.
• Proficiency with hand tools.
• Ability to properly set up and operate Brake Press

· Working knowledge of calipers, micrometers, and tape measures, etc.

• Able to communicate well with others.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Great attention to detail.
• Great Attitude, Energy, Effort, and Attendance.