Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Operate CNC Press Brake under minimal supervision. May operate manual press brake on occasion.
• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom dies or punches if needed.
• Check heights, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges, or other precision-measuring instruments.
• Work within tight tolerances.
• Review work with Lead to ensure job is performed correctly and meets requirements.
• Perform spot inspections of parts to ensure they are within tolerance.
• Configure bend allowances for metal (stainless, aluminum, and regular steel). 
• Become familiar with blueprints and parts-layouts (“stretch-outs”) and refer to project lead to ensure accuracy of part dimensions and requirements.
• Check machine for defects and inform supervisor as necessary.
• Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned.
• Read drawings and blueprints.
• Keep set-up time to a minimum within confines of given press brake.
• Calculate the tonnage required to form a part before making the first bend when bottom-bending or coining.
• Maintain clean and safe working area.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a safe working environment.
• Obtain correct consumables and tools when needed and maintain all tools and consumables to extend working life.
• Communicate appropriately issues or conditions that may impact the job at hand.
• Become familiar with fabrication processes, metal alloys and properties, and relate knowledge to assigned jobs.
• Identify ways to increase efficiency and quality while following correct procedures as required.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS: 

• 2 to 3 years previous CNC equipment operation
• Familiarity with metals as well as measuring equipment and techniques
• Understand CAD/CAM technology
• Understand when to apply air bending, bottom bending, or coining
• Familiarity with tooling, tooling tolerances and manufacture specifications for tooling
• Able to use relevant precision measuring instruments proficiently
• Math skills, able to read blueprints, good problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Knowledge and ability to operate manual press brake

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Manufacturing environment: May be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts, and exotic materials

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, standing, kneeling, laying, stooping, crawling, reaching, pulling
• Lifting to 50lbs regularly 
• Handling and moving objects- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials
• Must be able to climb ladders or make use of a lift 

ITAR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to and abide by all ITAR-specific job standards and training.  Protect and properly safeguard ITAR-sensitive information and work product; ensure dissemination or disclosure of and access to “protected data” occurs only with those trained and approved for exposure to ITAR content.
• IMMEDIATELY notify Supervisor/Manager, Human Resources, Legal (email:  [email protected]) or the Samuel Ethics Alert Hotline of known or suspected unauthorized disclosure, release of or access to protected ITAR content. 

SAFETY SENSITIVE

This is a Safety Sensitive position: A Safety Sensitive position is a job or position where the employee holding this position has the responsibility for his/her own safety or other people's safety. It would be particularly dangerous if such an employee is using drugs or alcohol while on job. An employee must be with clear mind and diligent while occupying such positions.

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.