CNC Press Brake & Shear Operator

The Shyft Group, Inc.•Waterville, ME

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The Brake Press & Shear Operator position is responsible to utilize fabrication skills to such as cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, forming machines, spinning machines, and punch to cut, shape, and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Ability to read and use a tape measure to precise measurements
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to maintain attendance within company guidelines
Ability to retain and apply instructions
Basic math skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Must be detail orientated
Ability to read and understand trucks specifications document
Ability to communicate and understand in English

Responsibilities

Operates Fab Shop and Machine Shop machinery and equipment
Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template
Positions work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade
Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machine
Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction
Measures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpiece
Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces
Sets up and performs maintenance on fab and machine shop machines and performs burning work
Operates any equipment needed to perform job and performs related duties as assigned by supervisor