Press Brake Operator

The Press Brake Operator safely and accurately follows instructions to operate the Press Brake.  The employee will handle materials, count parts, operate computer programs, and ensure safe and efficient operation of the work area

• Visually inspects tools and equipment for safety and proper operation at the beginning of each shift.  Notifies supervisor or maintenance of needed repairs or replacements.
• Reads instructions or plans, measures, holds and positions materials.  Reads and understands parts list to form correct number of parts to the required specification.
• Safely operates equipment to produce parts for the production process.
• Safely and properly operates an overhead crane or forklift to position heavy materials.
• Inspects finished parts for quality and accuracy.  Informs supervisor of nonconformities.
• Uses and maintains required personal protective equipment as outlined in the Diamond Z Safety Manual.
• Understands and follows all Diamond Z safety policies and procedures.

• Appropriately disposes of scrap material and waste.
• Cleans and organizes work area.
• Assists with special projects as assigned by supervisor
• Marks some parts for identification

• Ability to reach over and around objects to lift, move, or place objects or materials
• Ability to understand written or verbal instructions, operate a tape measure, operate computer software, and understand the difference between various types of steel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to occasionally lift objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to see in order to perform read drawing and instructions, and place materials where needed.
• Ability to work on raised platforms, climb stairs or ladders, or climb off equipment or ladders.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, squat, kneel, climb, push, pull, reach above shoulder height, and reach below shoulder height.
• Ability to handle, place, manipulate, operate, stack, and connect equipment and materials through fine and basic hand skills.
• Ability to verbally communicate with coworkers and supervisors in a safe and productive manner.
• Ability to work extended shifts to meet business demands.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Working Conditions

• Temperature and humidity variances consistent with normal outdoor ranges.  Climate control in the facilities is limited.  May occasionally require working outdoors.
• Air contaminates such as smoke and dust may be present but are below the recognized TLV.
• The presence of electrical and compressed air sources.
• The presence of bottled gas and oxygen.
• The presence of chemicals.
• The presence of moving equipment, lift trucks or other vehicles.
• Exposure to flying particles, hot metals, or molten metal.
• Exposure to light radiation from welding or plasma cutting.
• Exposure to sharp edges and points on steel and abrasive tools.
• Exposure to falling or rolling steel.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance policies
• 401(k) options with up to 4% company match
• $20,000 Life Insurance Policy for the employee paid for by Diamond Z
• Gain Sharing Employee Incentive Plan available to all employees after 30 day waiting period
• Prorated PTO amount for the employee's first year of employment after the completion of 90 day probationary period
• Graduated PTO schedule based on seniority within the company at the 1 year, 5, year, and 10 year anniversaries
• Supplemental benefit policies available for buy in including Long and Short Term Disability, employee discount on any purchased tools/items, employee reduced cost on company branded uniforms, Voluntary Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, and children with Guaranteed Issue

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. DZ Grinders, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $20,000