1 CNC Press Brake Operator Job in Biddeford, ME
Prescott Metal is Hiring a CNC Press Brake Operator Near Biddeford, ME
- Confirm that all machine guarding, and safety devices are in place and operational.
- Perform daily maintenance and safety checks.
- Operate Press Brake to form sheet metal to customer specifications as laid out in the Job Traveler.
- Maintain log of minor preventive maintenance on daily/weekly schedule according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Measure workpiece dimensions throughout the forming operation to assure quality and repeatability.
- Alert supervisor of any maintenance or repairs that require outside services.
- Observe tool and machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
- Notify supervisor of any problems and suggested changes that will allow jobs and projects to run more efficiently.
- Set and adjust pressure and tool clearance.
- Position workpiece against backstop or manually align layout marks to bend.
- Set and adjust CNC back gauges as well as manual back gauges to specified dimensions and angles.
- Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments.
- Maintain die inventory.
- Alert Engineering regarding any broken or damaged tooling.
- Assist in developing bend deductions and maintaining accurate bend deduction records.
- Keep the area clean, neat, and orderly.
- Consider pallet weight and stacking methods to maintain safe capacity.
- Miscellaneous duties as assigned to help Prescott Metal achieve its goals.
- Check for any material defects or damage.
- Verify orientation of each part – compare bend sheet to print and make sure it agrees.
- Review traveler – ensure all previous ops are signed off and read any applicable notes before starting.
- Determine optimal bend sequence prior to starting. Address any questions to Team Lead.
- Verify bend deduction and tooling agree.
- Verify all outside dimensions at each end and in the middle – recheck every 10 pieces.
- Verify all angles at each end and in the middle – recheck every 10 pieces.
- Check for tooling marks after forming.
- High school diploma, GED, or technical school.
- Complete training on the battery-operated pallet jack.
- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Interpret Job Travelers (work orders).
- Understand Bill of Materials (BOM’s).
- Identify metal material types and gauge thickness.
- Experience with reading tape measure, dial caliper and protractor.
- Convert decimals and fractions, related to what shows on the Job Traveler/blueprints.
- Proficient at interpreting mechanical drawings.
- Ability to understand and develop bend deductions.
- Have an excellent understanding of how to select position and align dies in machine and confirm that they are properly secured.
- The operator stands on their feet for 8-10 hours per day, walking, stooping, and reaching, as well as frequently lifting manually and/or moving material up to 50 pounds.
- Normal exposure to production/manufacturing environment subject to dust, metal shavings, machinery oil, and powder coating- and occasional office environment.
- Frequently working with machinery that has pinch points and crushing motions.
- Safety Glasses—or two forms of eye protection while operating grinders (safety glasses & face shield).
- Gloves when handling material.
- Earplugs while machinery is operating.
- Safety shoes.
Job Summary
Full Time
$43k-58k (estimate)
05/11/2024
07/10/2024
prescottmetal.com
Biddeford, ME
25 - 50
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