Brake Operator

FT: Brake Operator, Jamestown. Production Associate - Brake Operator JOB SUMMARY Operating a mechanical and/or hydraulic brake dealing with metal products, and supports others doing the same, by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Experience operating mechanical and/or hydraulic brakes Operate a forklift, pallet jack and "walk behind". Knowledge on how to use calipers and protractors. Blueprint reading. Loads, stacks, and transports stock and work in process by hand or truck. Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment. Performs other routine duties. Installs tooling per program instructions. All other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS KEY COMPETENCIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Associates must be able to successfully work independently and as a team member. A good attendance history (reliability) and a demonstrated ability to learn new concepts and skills are a must. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Must have a minimum of 6 months' experience. Ability to read blueprints, use calipers, protractors and machinist squares is a must; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with little or no assistance and occasionally lift and/or move greater weights with mechanical assistance. THE JOB IS Open to applicants who do not have a college degree Scheduled Monday Friday Full-Time In Person / Not Remote Optional overtime, may be available, not mandatory WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing this job's duties, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees may be sitting or standing for extended periods. Employees must follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for individuals with disabilities. BENEFITS Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Flexible spending accounts Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee Assistance Program Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Wellness Program 8 Paid Holidays Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees are eligible PERKS Bonus Pay (Not always guaranteed) Many Employee Incentive Programs and Awards Referral Program Pay rate: $18.50-20.00/hour. Apply online: