Fab Operator

Amerequip•Kiel, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating press brakes and roll forming machines, ensuring parts meet quality and dimensional requirements. The operator will be responsible for machine setup, operation, adjustments, and quality inspections. Additionally, the role includes performing daily machine checks, reporting equipment issues, and participating in process improvement initiatives. The position requires standing and walking for extended periods, frequent lifting, and performing various physical motions.

Requirements

Ability to set up and operate press brakes and roll forming machines after training.
Ability to load and secure sheet metal, tooling, and fixtures into machines.
Ability to perform machine adjustments, tool changes, and program offsets.
Ability to monitor machine operations and ensure parts meet quality and dimensional requirements.
Ability to troubleshoot forming issues and suggest corrective actions.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, flat patterns, and bend diagrams.
Proficiency in using calipers, protractors, height gages, and other precision measuring tools.
Ability to conduct and document in-process and final inspections.
Ability to maintain accurate records for quality and production.
Ability to perform daily machine checks.
Ability to report equipment issues or malfunctions.
Ability to follow operational procedures accurately and consistently.
Willingness to participate in training.
Ability to suggest and support process improvements.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
Ability to frequently lift and carry 20–50 lbs.
Ability to perform pushing, pulling, twisting, squatting, and stooping motions regularly.
Ability to reach, grasp, and perform repetitive movements continuously.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate press brakes and roll forming machines after the training period.
Load and secure sheet metal, tooling, and fixtures into machines.
Perform machine adjustments, tool changes, and program offsets as needed.
Monitor machine operations to ensure parts meet quality and dimensional requirements.
Assist in troubleshooting forming issues and suggest corrective actions.
Read and interpret blueprints, flat patterns, and bend diagrams.
Verify part accuracy using calipers, protractors, height gages, and other precision measuring tools.
Conduct and document in-process and final inspections according to company standards.
Maintain accurate records for quality and production.
Perform daily machine checks, including hydraulic levels, lubrication, and overall condition.
Report equipment issues or malfunctions immediately to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
Follow all operational procedures accurately and consistently.
Participate in training to improve forming skills and technical knowledge.
Suggest and support process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.