Master Brake Operator

Daikin Applied Americas•Faribault, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! This role involves operating brake presses to fabricate, assemble, and install sheet metal products according to engineering requirements. The position offers growth opportunities in a climate-controlled facility.

Requirements

Knowledge of Manufacturing software and Spreadsheet software.
Ability to set up and operate all brakes in their work area to qualify for Master Brake Operator designation, including properly making adjustments, consistently using pre-controls, and meeting or exceeding quality requirements
Ability to use measuring equipment such as tape measure, caliper, hook rule, etc.
Ability to use hand tools
The ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials, stand for majority of the shift, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining proper PPE.
The ability to use hand tools for extended periods of time.
The ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
High School Education/GED OR Minimum 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to program brake presses

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blue prints, sketches or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling and installing sheet metal products, including machine adjustments and material requirements per engineering requirements
Set up, program, and operate brake presses in accordance with outlined methods and procedures to safely and properly form various parts
Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule or template
Position work piece against stops or align layout marks with die or blade
Coordinate foot and hand motions to operate equipment, including foot pedals
Observe machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction
Measure work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation
Make adjustments on machine and programs as required; remove burrs, sharp edges, rust or scale from work piece to comply with quality standards
Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies or work pieces
Stack, mark and transport finished parts
Train new members on the various machines, procedures, safe work practices and any pertinent items regarding safety, quality and production
Responsible for maintaining the 5s program to ensure a clean work area
Follow and understand HOMESafe, Persona Choice and company safety manual requirements
Identify and rework defective work pieces to comply with quality standards
Operate PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks), obtain PIT License
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
401K Match Funded by Daikin
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Growth Opportunities
Multiple Medical insurance plan options + Dental and Vision insurance
Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
Short term disability and optional employee paid voluntary long-term disability
401K retirement plan with employer match
40 hours paid time off for new employees, prorated based on start date
88 hours company paid holidays
48 hours of paid sick and safe time, prorated based on start date
Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service