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3rd Shift Panel Bender Operator

EK Machine
Fall River, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/16/2026
SUMMARY
Operates Prima Folding Machine by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Reads and interprets blueprints.
  • Calculates bend allowances for various material types and thicknesses.
  • Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Folding machine to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of work.
  • Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Folding machine to run prototype jobs and new parts orders.
  • Writes set-up sheets and understands advanced programming functions.
  • Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data.
  • Cleans and organizes work area.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
One year certificate from college or technical school; minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training and a High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, memos, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization in small groups or one-on-one.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
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 regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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