What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Brake Operator - 6:30am to 3:30pm position at Metals Solutions LLC DBA Jemison Metals?
Job Summary
Tends and operates press brakes that bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and parts.
Essential Job Functions:
- Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material
requirements.
- Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
- Positions work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with die.
- Pushes button(s) or depresses pedal to activate machine.
- Performs operator required safety inspections on a schedule determined by the use
of the machine.
- Performs first piece inspection and random inspections per standard operating
procedures set forth by the Quality Assurance department.
- Unloads processed parts from machine and then places the parts on pallets, or in
tubs or racks hand. Larger parts may require the use of a gib/overhead crane.
- Removes scrap material from machine places scrap material in scrap containers.
- Maintains an accurate count of parts produced.
- Attaches identifying work order with each pallet, tub, or basket.
- Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
- Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work
pieces.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
- May be required to operate forklifts as specifically designated.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Product or Result:
- Metal parts are formed to specification
- Production schedules met
- All material accounted for
- Work documented
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Operating procedures for a press brake and its components
- Operating procedures for bander
- Operating procedures for overhead cranes and rigging equipment
- Safety and inspection requirements for overhead cranes
- Operating procedures for forklifts
- Procedures for basic rigging equipment
- Basic four function math including fractions and decimals
- Reading of equipment instructions, work documentation
- Data entry into computer applications
- Use and calibration check of precision measurement and testing tools
- Use of basic hand tools and pneumatic tools
- Basic safety practices for industrial equipment
- Basic metal industry and company specific terminology
- Company policies and employee handbook issues
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 procedures
Required Attributes:
- Basic oral communication skill
- Ability to collect and convey moderately technical information
- Ability to direct others in work activities
- Willingness and ability to operate in a team environment
- Attention to detail
- Reasonable reasoning and problem solving capability
- Stamina for day-long standing activity
- Well developed eye-hand coordination
- Dependability, punctuality
Tools and Equipment
- Basic hand tools
- Pneumatic tools
- General and precision measurement tools and testing equipment
- Overhead cranes and forklifts
- Computers, calculators
Qualifications, Certifications, and Experience:
- High school education or equivalent preferred – can be offset by acceptable related experience
- Experience sufficient to have demonstrated proficiency in job requirements of Press Brake Operator; prefer apprenticeship under the direction of experienced and competent Press brake operating personnel
- Certified training pursuant to OSHA industrial truck (forklift) regulations
Environment, Working Conditions and Requirements:
- Inside, partially environmentally controlled
- Noisy environment
- On-machine vibration
- Hazards due to moving equipment
- Cut, bump, and abrasion hazards
- Extended standing and walking
- Occasional climbing, bending, stooping, crouching
- 50 pound lifting requirement, occasional lifting to 90 pounds with needed assistance
- Basic personal protective equipment which may include goggles, hard hat, gloves, safety shoes, ear protection
- Shift work required
- Overtime required
Weekend, variable work days
Salary : $17 - $19