Press Brake Operator

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co.•Independence, IA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates forming, bending, and punching machines to fabricate parts. The role involves analyzing work orders, work pieces, and blueprints; setting up dies and gauges; adjusting machine settings; and checking parts throughout production to ensure quality and repeatability. The operator verifies finished work against specifications and blueprints, records quantities of good and scrap parts, and works with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve problems. The role is in a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment near moving mechanical parts and coworkers working in close proximity. There are no supervisory responsibilities. Required PPE includes safety glasses or side shields, gloves when applicable while using chemicals, and steel-toed or composite-toed shoes or boots.

Requirements

Read, write, and speak English fluently.
Safely operate and use required tools and equipment.
Interpret instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule form.
Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
Calculate figures and formulas related to the work area.
Be a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision.
Be computer literate.
Be flexible in a fast-paced environment that may require quick changes in the product being produced.
Work well in a team, communicate effectively, maintain a positive attitude, and be willing to learn.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Six months to one year of related experience, training, or education.

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree and/or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze work orders, work pieces, and blueprints to determine sequences.
Set up fixed and adjustable punching dies and gauges, and adjust ram stroke.
Set up and operate machines as required to manufacture parts.
Check parts throughout production runs using company-supplied measuring equipment to monitor quality and process repeatability.
Verify that finished work pieces conform to specifications and blueprints using appropriate measuring devices.
Accurately complete work order routers with the correct quantities of good and scrap parts.
Communicate and confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve problems.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.