Press Brake Operator

POSITION SUMMARY:   Able to read and interpret drawings to properly select the correct materials as specified. Ability to determine and interpret precise dimensions (lengths, widths, thickness, angles, etc) and material specification of parts and materials within tolerances as specified. Ability to set up, start, operate and maintain the Press Roll Form in accordance with owner’s manual and Process Barron safety guidelines and requirements. Able to program the Press Roll Form based on specified dimensions, hole size, clearances, spacing, etc and select appropriate tooling to maintain specified tolerances. Ability to operate crane, forklift, or other mechanisms to safely lift, move, place and manipulate parts and materials. Organizational ability to perform material takeoff, part counts, inventory counts as used and/or returned to inventory. Organizes and packages or arranges finished parts in a manner that promotes ease of next operation.  Maintains an organized, safe and clean area of operation in accordance with 5S guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS: What are the 5-8 major responsibilities/activities of the role and 2-3 major expectations attributed to each activity?

1.    Build Steel Structures
•    Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications to assist and support the manufacture of large structural and mechanical fabrications 
•    Perform work with understanding and ability to operate various hand and power tools
•    Keep your work areas cleaned up
•    Analyze diagrams and specifications and cut/form plate metal as required with applicable equipment
•    Evaluate finished products and perform quality checks on products
2.    Safety
•    Perform required workplace and equipment pre-shift inspections
•    Tell the Foreman and/or Manager of any safety hazards
•    Participate in the Continuous Improvement of the operation
•    Administer all duties in a safe and efficient manner
3.    Do any other work as assigned and trained to do
•    Do any assigned work to the best of your ability and training
•    Perform required workplace and equipment pre-shift or post-shift inspections and maintenance
    ATTRIBUTES: What are the Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities for this position? 
•    A desire to be the most efficient as possible
•    Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job
•    Self-motivated
•    Safety oriented
•    Willing to learn and grow with the company
•    Goal Driven
•    Basic mathematics with understanding of measurement and units of measure
Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:
•    Access all areas within a site which could include heights, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs. 
•    Will be working at times in office environment but mainly in a manufacturing environment.
•    The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions:  Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Mineral Particles.
•    The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
•    Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed