Nights I Brake Press Operator
About The Position
The Brake Press Operator sets up and operates press brake equipment to bend, form, and shape metal components according to blueprint specifications. The role supports night-shift production goals and requires independent work while meeting safety, quality, and efficiency standards. The operator works with the Night I production team and is expected to follow safe manufacturing practices. JR Metal Works describes itself as a growing American manufacturing company that combines precision engineering, modern fabrication technology, and craftsmanship. The company emphasizes quality, safety, continuous improvement, teamwork, integrity, and problem-solving, and says it invests in employee growth and career advancement. The position includes access to a Position Information Sheet outlining expectations, skill milestones, and growth pathways. Advancement is based on demonstrated performance, skill mastery, accountability, and alignment with company values. The regular Night Shift I schedule is Sunday through Tuesday, 5 PM to 5 AM. Overtime is available but not mandatory, and training may take place on day shift, Monday through Thursday, 5 AM to 3 PM.
Requirements
- Press brake operation experience is preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and bend deductions.
- Mathematical aptitude.
- Proficiency using measuring tools.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Commitment to safe manufacturing practices.
Nice To Haves
- Press brake operation experience.
Responsibilities
- Follow fabrication drawings, specifications, and verbal instructions to build parts, structures, and mechanical component assemblies from a variety of materials.
- Safely and efficiently operate machines involved in fabricating and completing parts.
- Periodically test machine operation for issues.
- Inspect finished products for accuracy and uniformity to ensure quality.
- Keep tools and equipment clean and orderly, and report equipment problems.
- Learn JR Metal Works processes involved in completing assigned parts.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- For regular full-time Night Shift I employees, four additional hours per week at the employee’s standard hourly rate are allotted when the employee physically works at least 36 hours that week (work 36 hours, paid for 40).
- Night Shift I differential pay of $1.50 per hour for night-shift hours.
- Overtime is available but not mandatory.
- Training, certification, and professional development expectations and opportunities are supported through the company’s career-development process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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