Brake Press Operator
About The Position
A Brake Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a brake press machine to bend, shape, and form metal materials according to specifications. They read blueprints, adjust machine settings, and inspect finished products to ensure quality and accuracy. The role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and adherence to safety procedures in a manufacturing environment. R&M Manufacturing, part of the Arise Industrial Manufacturing family, was founded in 1968 to produce precision sheet metal components. With over 50 years providing excellence in sheet metal fabrication, R&M will assist with all sheet metal needs - from prototyping to production runs. The R&M team's mission is to surpass the competition by delivering superior quality with integrity and fostering dynamic partnerships with customers. The core values emphasize safety as the top priority, investing in growth and training, operating with honesty, providing world-class service, and promoting teamwork for organizational improvement.
Requirements
- Accurately work with calipers, squares, gauges, protractors and other measuring tools
- Have good math ability and problem-solving skills
- Read and interpret blueprints efficiently
- Perform physical actions which may include frequent bending, twisting, reaching, walking, consistent standing, and the ability to lift/carry and push/pull objects
Nice To Haves
- Experienced operator
- Entry level and ready to develop skills
- We will train the right person!
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate brake press machines to bend, shape, and form sheet metal to specifications
- Set stops on machine beds, change dies, and adjust components, such as rams or power presses, when making multiple or successive passes
- Measure completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, or rulers
- Read work orders or blueprints to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
- Other related duties as required
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Virtual medical healthcare services
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Voluntary supplemental insurance options (critical care, hospital indemnity, accident, etc.)
- Traditional 401(k) and Roth retirement savings plans
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Learning new skills such as setups and programming
- Cross training in other areas of the plant
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
