Press Brake Operator 2nd Shift

REPORTS TO:Manufacturing Manager

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:Non Exempt

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the daily setup and operation of hydraulic CNC controlled press brakes. This position may be required to perform other operations on production machines as required.

Essential Functions

• Perform Press Break Operations:
• Conduct all set-up and quality operations in support of machining for self and others.
  
  

Set-up and operate machines in accordance with travelers and any other required paperwork (i.e. drawings, specifications, etc.)

• Create, edit and/or retrieve CNC programs from system files and execute
• Manufacture product that meets quality requirements.
  
  

Inspect and verify work prior to submitting for inspection.

• Meet time and schedule standards for assigned task
• Keep equipment clean and maintain proper fluid levels
• Return all fixtures and tooling upon job completion
• Account for time and work completed via computer access E2 management system
• Keep equipment clean and maintain proper operating standards
• Return all fixtures and tooling upon job completion
• Advise supervision of issues that arise
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance
• Identify set-up reduction opportunities and Lean process opportunities and communicate to proper 6s team lead
  
  

Additional Responsiblities

• Assume other responsibilities as required
  
  

Primary Performance Parameters

• Meet the required delivery dates for all assigned jobs
• Meet customer delivery requirements
• Meet quality requirements of all assigned processes
• Conduct all operations in a safe manner
  
  

Qualifications Required

• Ability to read & understand blueprints and technical documents commensurate with machine operation
• A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes and a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture
• Organizational and time management skills
• Self starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize work day/projects independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic set up
• Ability to use various inspection gages
• Basic computer knowledge
• Firm understanding of Amada NT & NC9 programing
  
  

Experience/Education Required

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Certification/License Required

• Valid Driver’s License
  
  

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.*
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.*
  
  

You Should Be Proficient In

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Deburring Experience
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Shop Math Skills
• Blueprint Reading
  
  

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• Press Brake