Brake Press Operator

Freedom Motors USA•Battle Creek, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Our wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions give our customers the freedom to live life on their own terms. As a Brake Press Operator, you will be responsible for the press operation for the parts fabrication process for the wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions we produce while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This is hands-on, detail-driven work that directly impacts the independence and quality of life for our customers.

Requirements

GED/High School Diploma
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at one time
Mechanically inclined, works well with hands, hand tools, and small power tools.
Able to read and understand blueprints, drawings and detailed work instructions.
Able to properly use fixtures and jigs.
Able to lift up to 40 pounds
2+ years running a press brake or working in metal fab preferred.
Can read blueprints and work orders without much hand-holding
Comfortable with calipers, angle gauges, and other precision tools
Understands how different metals bend and how to calculate bend allowance
Detail-oriented — you care whether the part is right
Able to stand for a full shift and lift up to 50 lbs
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Outstanding attendance record and reliability.

Nice To Haves

CNC machine operation experience preferred

Responsibilities

Set up and operate hydraulic, mechanical, or CNC press brake equipment
Select the right tooling and dies for each job
Program or adjust CNC controls to hit required bend angles and tolerances
Run test bends and fine-tune settings before going into full production
Work from blueprints, drawings, and job travelers to produce parts to spec
Use calipers, angle gauges, and other measuring tools to check your work
Spot and flag any defects, bad bends, or out-of-tolerance parts
Keep production records and document any scrap or quality issues
Follow all shop safety rules and wear your PPE — every time, no exceptions
Do a pre-shift equipment check before firing up the machine
Keep your area clean, organized, and free of hazards
Report any equipment problems or safety concerns right away
Help with basic machine maintenance and preventive care
Share what you know — help newer operators get up to speed
Speak up if you see a smarter way to do something
Operate presses to bend, shape, or punch holes in material per instructions and drawings.
Monitor machine operations to ensure quality standards are met and are to print.
Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards
Drill holes in parts as needed using a drill press or hand tools.
Bend tabs and light weight material by hand using jigs, fixtures, and/or hand tools
Assist with Parts Weld, Assembly, Press, or Plasma Table as needed
Assist with troubleshooting and participate in process improvement as needed
Use hand and power tools including, but not limited to, ratchets, wire strippers, snips, soldering irons, impact tools, air tools, etc.
Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and/or safety concerns, and perform troubleshooting as needed.
Maintain compliance with Freedom Motors’ quality and safety standards, policies and procedures, and OSHA safety regulations.
Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
Assist other areas as needed.