What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Brake Operator position at AG Growth International Inc.?
Position Title: Press Brake Operator
Department: Manufacturing
Location: Omaha, NE
About AGI
AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.
The Opportunity
Operate computer-controlled punch machine.
Responsibilities:
- Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
- Set up and operate computer-controlled machine to perform one or more machine functions on metal pieces.
- Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
- Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
- Monitor machine operation and control panel displays to detect malfunctions.
- Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation.
- Load raw material in machine in a safe manner.
- Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machine malfunctions.
- Lift workpieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes.
- Stack or load finished items.
- Perform preventative maintenance duties.
- Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.
- Implement changes to machine programs and enter new specifications, using computers.
- Set up future jobs while machines are operating.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 years’ experience operating CNC equipment
- Basic computer skills
Why AGI?
We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.
Our Culture
Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.
Our Benefits
Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.
With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.
AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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