Job Description

Description

Primary Job Function

Performs a variety of press brake operations usually on steel, aluminum or stainless-steel plate.

Note: This position is eligible to either operate on Day Shift (6:00am - 2:30pm) full time or Swing Shift (2:15pm - 10:45pm) full time.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Selects multi-purpose and general-purpose brake dies and punches.
• Sets dies and punches, stops and adjust ram for varying plate thickness.
• Plans sequence of multiple pass operations for series of bends and other fabricating operations on complicated sections, making all allowances for parts fitting together at welding and convenience in assembly, as required.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance
• May instruct and direct less experienced operators
• Follows established safety protocols including required usage of PPE; helps to maintain a safe working environment.
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Minimum skills, knowledge, education, certifications and related job experience that employee typically must have to perform essential functions of the job acceptably.

• Ability to develop press brake setups, bend sequencing and assign tooling for new or revised products.
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Ability to identify different types of materials
• Ability to read measuring tools

• Skilled usage of:
  • Pliers; crescent wrench
  • Calculators
  • Calipers
  • Protractors
  • Allen wrenches
  • Level
  • Drill
  • Square
• Strong attention to detail
• Dependability; honesty & integrity; a positive, proactive attitude; ability to use time productively, working with minimal supervision both individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: (a) stand (up to 8 hours per shift), (b) walk, (c) use hands to touch, (d) reach with hands and arms, (e) climb or balance, (f) stoop, (g) kneel, crouch, or crawl, and (h) and talk or hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke and temperature extremes within OSHA Permissible Exposure Levels.

Note: The above physical requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We Encourage You to Apply:

We understand that not everyone fits perfectly into a list of qualifications. If you are passionate about this role, our product, and our history, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the listed requirements. We value diverse experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.  
 

Pay and Benefits

Our pay ranges are guided by the discipline, level, and experience required. Within the range, individual pay may vary based on additional factors, including desired skills/ technical competency, relevant experience, and advanced education/ training.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, LTD, EAP, Paid Time Off, + 401(k) with Employer Contribution, as well as a Quarterly + Annual Bonus program.