Brake Operator

Under minimal supervision, operates press brakes (RG’s and to potentially learn the HDS and ATC) to produce quality parts.  Requires a working knowledge of various processes and operations to meet production requirements. This job description is not necessarily all-inclusive. Other job duties may be assigned, and/or area(s) of focus may change according to business needs.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and comprehend instructions.
• Adheres to all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Notify leadership on issues with malfunctioning or defective parts
• Maintain Customers and MASS Quality requirements
• Regularly perform repetitive tasks
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Practicing 6S at all times.
• Operates Amada NC9-EX and LD brake machines, power notcher and roller.
• Coordinates each job with Set-Up person to ensure full understanding on machine safety, quality and productivity.
• Ability to learn to do simple set-ups on proven jobs according to standards.
• Safely check tool set-up when taking over a machine of each individual job.
• Ensure that documents needed on the job are complete and concise, if not notify supervisor.
• Ensure manufacturing drawings have the correct revision level, notes, tolerances and dimensions.
• Monitor cycle times and calculate PPH.  Notify supervisor if times are not correct.
• Accurately use EPICOR to Clock In/Out, review Job Tracker, enter Labor Notes, Labor activities and correct counts.
• Inspect first part and QA approval, in-process checks and last part check thoroughly.
• Participate in CI meetings

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPEREINCE

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Preferred.
• Good reading and writing skills.
• Must have basic knowledge of blueprint reading.
• Must have previous Brake experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Capable of operating/running a single process or machine with minimum assistance and providing limited feedback to management.
• Basic understanding of safety and quality best practices of machine or equipment.
• Basic understanding of hand tools or materials: anything that is used as a tool to do the job and materials can cover metals, plastics or purchased items.
• Basic understanding of inspection process or instruments: standard or job specific. Limited to the task, job or operations they’ve performed.
• Basic math.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to follow written instructions/MPI’s limited to task, job, operations being performed or have performed in the past.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to commit to flexible schedule and prompt arrival for shifts.
• Ability to be cross trained in other departments to help with unexpectedly high demand.
• Flexible to work in other areas when needed.
• Knowledge of all tools and dies used in a job, set-ups, troubleshooting and mechanical components of the NC9-EX and LD machines, alarm codes and control box.
• Able to use calipers, protractors, screw drivers, Allen wrenches and a calculator with trig functions
• Proven ability to fix tapers on flanges and angle problems on parts
• Demonstrate good hand/eye coordination
• Can safety lift 35 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to work days/swing/night as required
• Willing to work OT when needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Sense of urgency at all times, fast paced, loud noise, climate controlled facility.
• Use of inspection equipment, some deburring tools
• Noise protection equipment may be required for some processes
• Lift over 50lb occasionally 
• Eye protection and gloves required at all times.

HOURS / SHIFTS

• FIRST SHIFT   5AM – 1:30 PM M-F
• SECOND SHIFT 1:30PM – 10:00 PM M-F
• NIGHT SHIFT   7:30 PM – 4:00 AM M-F

SALARY

• DOE

BENEFITS

• MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, 401K, LIFE INSURANCE, PAID TUITION, PTO, AND DISCOUNTS ON PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Salary : $25 - $35