Master Brake Operator-Faribault North

Daikin Applied Americas•Faribault, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Daikin Applied is hiring a Master Brake Operator at its Faribault North location. The role involves setting up, programming, and operating brake presses to form sheet metal parts according to engineering requirements, blueprints, sketches, or product specifications. The operator makes machine and program adjustments, checks workpiece dimensions and quality, performs minor machine maintenance, and stacks, marks, and transports finished parts. The position also includes training new team members, maintaining a clean work area through the 5S program, following company safety practices, and operating powered industrial trucks after obtaining a license. The role is on second shift, Monday through Thursday, 5:00 PM to 3:30 AM, with some overtime. Starting wage is $30.25 per hour, plus a $2.30 shift differential.

Requirements

High school education/GED or a minimum of 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Ability to set up and operate all brakes in the work area to qualify for Master Brake Operator designation, including making adjustments, consistently using pre-controls, and meeting or exceeding quality requirements.
Ability to use measuring equipment such as tape measures, calipers, and hook rules.
Ability to use hand tools.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials; stand for most of the shift; and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining proper PPE.
Ability to use hand tools for extended periods.
Ability to read and understand written English.
Ability to obtain a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) license.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and product specifications to determine fabrication sequence, methods, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
Set up, program, and operate brake presses according to established methods and procedures.
Set stops or guides and position workpieces to meet required dimensions and alignment.
Operate equipment using coordinated foot and hand motions, including foot pedals.
Observe machine operation and inspect workpieces for defects or machine malfunction.
Measure workpieces to verify machine accuracy and make necessary machine or program adjustments.
Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale to meet quality standards; identify and rework defective workpieces.
Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
Stack, mark, and transport finished parts.
Use manufacturing and spreadsheet software and measuring equipment, including tape measures, calipers, and hook rules.
Train new team members on machines, procedures, safe work practices, and relevant safety, quality, and production requirements.
Maintain the 5S program and keep the work area clean.
Follow HOMESafe, Persona Choice, and company safety manual requirements.
Use hand tools and operate powered industrial trucks after obtaining a PIT license.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off and holiday pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-provided life insurance and optional voluntary life, dependent life, and accident coverage
Short-term disability and optional voluntary long-term disability
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
40 hours of paid time off for new employees, prorated based on start date
88 hours of company-paid holidays
48 hours of paid sick and safe time, prorated based on start date
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
Referral bonus program
Growth opportunities
Climate-controlled facility