Description

Job Summary:

The Press Brake Operator 2 is responsible for operating a press brake machine to bend, shape, cut, and manipulate sheet metal and metal plates according to specifications. The machines that the role will operate are 10' and 20' Durma Press Brakes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Operates a press brake to manufacture parts from sheet metal or metal plates.
Prepares, sets up, and adjusts press brake as required by product plans and production schedules.
Ensures that there are sufficient raw materials available.
Measures and aligns materials to be used.
Inspects products, evaluating finished pieces for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
Performs routine maintenance on the press brake.
Maintains a clean work area.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to safely and effectively operate or learn to operate press brake controls.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow product plans including blueprints and drawings.
Strong attention to detail skills
Basic computer and math skills

Experience/Education:

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience operating a press brake machine.
At least five year of experience in metal fabrication or related work preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Physically able to operate the press brake.
Prolonged periods of standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying materials.
Must be able to lift 35 pounds at a time
Must wear PPE, such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection, while working on the production floor