Press Brake Operator

Job Title: Press Brake Operator

Job Location: Grove

Reports to: Sheetmetal Fabricator Lead / Manufacturing Manager

Job Description:

A Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up the press brake machine and running the job.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operator Press Brake Equipment: Setup and Operator with the correct tooling.
• Run test part to ensure setup is correct.
• Perform the first article check; verify that components meet quality standards by conducting inspections and documenting results. Report any discrepancies or non-conformances to lead or Manager.
• Submit verified first article to quality team for acceptance on traveler.
• Continue to self-inspect part throughout the run to ensure quality. Log into a job via the data collection system; to keep track of times on job
• Review the job and count the parts to be worked daily.
• Log out of the job via the data collection system after completing the job.
• Video process for repeatability next time
• Break down setup and put tooling away
• Collaboration: Work closely with co-workers and lead to troubleshoot any issues
• Documentation: Maintain accurate documents (work traveler / part tags / etc.)
• Readinterpret blueprints, specificationsother internal documents
• Use of inspection equipment such as gages/tooling
• Other duties as assigned

Education, SkillsExperience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have 5 years of experience operating press brakes (Amada Machines preferred)
• Understanding and ability to define and communicate (both verballywritten)
• Blueprint reading, including full scale mylars.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Press brake machine setup skills.
• Use hand-held measuring tools and general tool knowledge.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Self-starter and require minimal supervision
• Effective teamwork, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Physical demands

• Position may require use of handsarms with repetitive motionreach.
• Position may require manual dexterity for handling tools and equipment.
• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Position may require the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Position may require the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Position may require bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Position may require the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 30-75 pounds (50-75 lbs. would have partner assistance)
• Position may require activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases.

Work Environment

The plant is a machining environment, collaborating with quality control teams and other technicians to ensure the highest precision in parts and products. The role may involve working in a fast – paced, deadline-driven environment where attention to detail is crucial.

Safety glasses are always required in production areas. OSHA regulations are followed.