At The Vollrath Company, people matter. They are at the center of everything we do. Founded in 1874, we are privately held, family-owned and, today, a sixth- and seventh-generation woman-owned company. We are built on a strong foundation of values and history where innovation and excellence are brought to life by talented and dedicated people. We value and respect all people and believe that everyone has something to contribute. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. Our commitment to these values is unwavering across all our businesses around the world. We believe that taking care of people first – our employees, our partners and customers, our communities and environment – is the foundation of our growth and continued success. When you join The Vollrath Company, you will be joining 150 years of experience and legacy. Vollrath is an industry leading food service manufacturer.

We are currently recruiting a for Press Brake Operator (1st Shift) at our Vollrath Co. Newport, MN location. The city of Newport is located in Washington County along the Mississippi River, southeast of the city of Saint Paul.

Vollrath’s Newport, MN facility focuses on manufacturing high-end custom fabrication equipment. From kitchen to the front of the house, Vollrath works every day to make our customer’s businesses and your personal experiences better, more efficient, and more inspired.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform daily machine startup and shutdown procedures on Ermaksan press brake with Air Bending Technology.
• Prepare and run complex bend setups and forming operations. This includes custom punch/die change out in combination with required tooling.
• Programming using all features of the press brake software.
• Read and understand shop drawings and translate flat pattern sheet metal parts into fully formed parts.
• Ensure production schedule follow through, as allocated by the Manufacturing Engineer.
• Perform operator level maintenance and cleaning of equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufactures machine recommendations.
• Facilitate work-order paper flow in accordance with Company Standards.
• Help with training of new hires on machine functions and Company Processes.
• Check parts to ensure they are within tolerance and Company Standards.
• Identify areas for process improvement and work closely with Manufacturing Engineer and other shop lead personnel to reduce cost and waste
• Any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum one year of related press brake experience. 
• High School, GED, or equivalent diploma or education completed. 

Preferred 

• One year working inside a custom fabrication shop.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401k with Company Matching, Paid Time Off, Company paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Bonus Program. Benefits entitlements are based on other similarly situated Vollrath Co. employees, in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such benefits. Visit our website for more information about us at www.vollrathcompany.com.

Company Culture

• Treat all people with Respect – People matter. Understand your audience and your impact. We are better when people are heard and valued for their unique perspective.
• Take Ownership – People are counting on you. Act with integrity and follow through on commitments.
• Empower Action – We succeed when we work together. Our differences make us stronger and create better outcomes. People and teams are empowered to make decisions and take action.
• Commitment to Stakeholders – We are committed to knowing and exceeding the expectations of our customers, employees, ownership and communities.
• Life Beyond Work – People need balance. Embrace opportunities to pursue your passions.

Working At Vollrath

• WHAT I AM Matters.
• WHAT I AM MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE.
• BECAUSE WHAT I AM MAKES US WHO WE ARE.
• AND WE ARE VOLLRATH.