Press Brake Operator
About The Position
The Press Brake Operator position takes sheet metal in a flat form and shapes it to the finished dimensions per the supplied drawing. This includes interpreting the drawing, determining the proper forming steps, determining the proper tooling needed, programming the press brake, forming the part and inspecting the part using the proper tools to insure it complies with the drawing. The Operator will read the shop traveler and incorporate any special instructions for manufacturing. The Operator will produce the parts in the proper quantity and insure the count is correct and then package the finished product for shipment or move it to the next location for additional processing.
Requirements
- Good motor skills and eye-hand coordination.
- Good analytical and mathematical skills.
- Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, and templates.
- Proficiency with general hand tools and inspection equipment (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, protractors, hammers, wrenches, grinders, etc.).
- Safety consciousness and ability to wear assigned personal protective equipment.
- Ability to work in an organized manner and maintain a clean work area.
- Ability to determine the most efficient process for forming and bending.
- Basic computer skills for machine programming, saving, and retrieving programs.
- Ability to operate a forklift.
- Ability to make job decisions and work with minimal supervision.
- Flexibility to set up and run multiple parts per day.
- Ability to read English.
- Competence in reading blueprints, shop travelers, and general technical information.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 5 years of job experience in a job shop environment with varying products is optimal.
Responsibilities
- Interpret drawings, blueprints, and templates.
- Determine proper forming steps and tooling.
- Program the press brake.
- Form and inspect parts to ensure compliance with drawings.
- Read shop travelers and incorporate special instructions.
- Produce parts in the correct quantity.
- Ensure accurate part counts.
- Package finished products for shipment or further processing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
