Brake Press Operator
Traylor Bros.
Onyett is seeking an experienced Brake Press Operator responsible for forming various types of steel for bucket and blade liners, forming metal into different degrees, and forming channels. These responsibilities include shaping metal, maintaining press brake, reading blueprints, completing inspections, packaging, lifting, and moving of parts & inventory, using a forklift, and following safety regulations.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Select proper tooling and dies based on material thickness and type.
Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance of the equipment.
Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
Measures, marks, and scribes’ dimensions and reference points on material or work-piece as guides for subsequent forming as necessary.
Calculates and sets controls to regulate forming factors.
Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance forming and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary.
Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
Performs routine maintenance tasks on machines as required.
Ensure that safe work practices are followed and adhered to.
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.
Required Skills
Skills and Abilities
Strong work tenure: 3+ years of experience.
Ability to read and take blueprints, required material, and execute work.
Ability to perform all job duties.
Read tape measurements.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
Compare and see differences in size, shape and form of lines, figures, and objects.
Detail- and deadline-oriented multitasker.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Physical Demands
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federals, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work outside with various weather conditions
Who we are:
Established in 1999, Onyett Fabricators is a dedicated shop providing fabrication and field services, welding,
and other structural metalwork for the coal, aggregate, and construction industries.
Onyett has 34,000 square feet of shop space and operates 24/7 to meet our clients’ needs.
SERVICES
Line Boring, Shop and Field
All Size Bucket Repairs
Structural Steel Fabrication
Dozer Repairs and Liners
Ripper Repairs and New Machined AR400 Rippers
Barge and Pontoon Fabrication
Hard Facing and Tungsten Carbiding Capabilities
Multiple Machining Capabilities
Drill Stem Repairs and Manufacture
New Stock Plate in Mild Steel, AR400, Nickel Chrome and Chromium Clad Overlay
AREAS OF WORK
Coal Mines
Power Plants (Gas, Coal)
Cement Plants
Aggregate (Rock and Sand)
Farming
Construction (Dirt and Asphalt)
Dredging
Tunneling and Boring Companies
PORTABLE FIELD SERVICE
20 Trucks Equipped with:
Cranes
Welding Equipment
Air Arcs
Air Compressors
Line Boring Equipment
MACHINE SHOP
34,000 sq ft, 24/7 Work Hours
Overhead Cranes
Five (5) 5-ton Cranes
Two (2) 2-ton Cranes
Cutting Table
Plasma CNC Cutting to 2 in
Torch CNC Cutting to 6 in
Blast and Paint Capabilities
2,100 sq ft Paint Bay
Presses
450-ton Press
1,000-ton Press up to 20 ft Long
Toshiba/Shibaura CNC
Horizontal Boring Mill
5 Axis Table, 118 in Cross Travel
x 95 in Height Travel
25,000 lb Capacity
Haas Vertical Machining Center
4 Axis Table, 50 in x 25 in Travel
16 Position Tool Changer
Toshiba CNC Vertical Lathe
59 in x 70 in Table with 59 in Height
17,600 lb Capacity
Viper VT-50 CNC Lathe
25 in Double Chucks
9.25 in Spindle Bore
34 in Turning Capacity x 40 in Swing
Cincinnati Milacron Avenger 250S Lathe
10.39 Diameter x 16.42 Length
Sub Spindle 65 in
Poreba Hollow Spindle Lathe
Double Chucks
Swing 47 in x 120 in Center to Center Chucks
Onyett Fabricators Benefits
Competitive pay
Optimal health, vision, and dental care insurance programs with very low premiums
PTO
Personal development opportunities
401K with generous Matching
Family-like company culture
Onyett Fabricators is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, protected activity, or other non-merit factors
Required Experience
$24.6 - $32.02 per hour
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