Description Key Responsibilities Performs set-up duties to prepare brake machines and processes, for production or assembly Installs, adjusts, changes, and aligns tooling and equipment, to prepare for production operations Works from schedules and instructions to analyze machines, process problems, and/or determine solutions Monitors processes and recommends improvements to increase productivity and assure quality Uses precision measuring tools on a continuous basis to verify accuracy of formed products, based on AQL frequency Assures that all materials are available at machines and workstations Assures proper quality during all phases of production. This includes, but is not limited to, materials and packaging, a variety of duties to set-up and adjust specialized tooling and equipment on brake machines, to prepare them Operates the brake machine to assemble sheets, and bend and form metal, in a consistent manner in accordance with customer specification(s) by: Placing parts on a die Adjusting to ensure proper placement on a consistent basis Ensuring that angles and dimensions are correct Ensuring the proper sequence of process and required quantity of output Make minor adjustments and clear alarms Read blueprints Understand the assembly process and the movement of completed components Uses safety straps, machine guards, and/or laser guards, and maintains a ¼-inch gap to ensure safe machine operation Uses precision measuring tools, such as a caliper, height gauge, and/or other precision measuring tools on a continuous basis to verify the accuracy of formed products, based on AQL frequency Ensures that all materials are available at machines and workstations, and are of proper quality during all phases of production. This includes but is not limited to materials and packaging Assures efficient production through all phases of their area of production Executes proper inspection methods to receive approval to start a job and make periodic quality checks of product to ensure that quality standards are met.? Also assist operators with, and train them in, the proper techniques of product inspection Assist in maintaining equipment and keeping work areas clean and orderly Instructs and assists operators and other workers in machine operation, process setup, quality standards, and process documentation Assists operators with measuring, blueprint-reading, and minor adjustments Report and prevent equipment and process malfunctions, material discrepancies, and documentation errors Works within his/her area to assure production flows in an efficient manner. This includes planning for smooth transition to the next schedule job for their area Ensure that all paperwork and documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner May perform the duties of Brake Operator I or Brake Operator II, as necessary May train new employees, provide work instruction, and answer questions in the absence of a lead or supervisor