Brake Press Operator - 1st Shift

EK Machine • Fall River, WI

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About The Position

The Brake Press Operator operates CNC-controlled brake presses to perform a wide variety of work, including prototype jobs and new part orders. The role involves reading blueprints, calculating bend allowances for different materials and thicknesses, selecting appropriate punch and die tooling, and setting up, adjusting, and operating the press. The operator also writes setup sheets, uses advanced programming functions, inspects parts with precision measuring equipment, documents inspection data, and maintains a clean, organized work area.

Requirements

• One year certificate from a college or technical school; or a minimum of five years of related experience and/or training and a high school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, memos, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information effectively to other employees in small groups or one-on-one.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Calculate bend allowances for various material types and thicknesses.
• Select appropriate punch and die tooling.
• Set up, adjust, and operate brake presses for a wide variety of work.
• Set up, adjust, and operate brake presses for prototype jobs and new part orders.
• Write setup sheets and use advanced programming functions.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment and document inspection data.
• Clean and organize the work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED