Press Brake Operator

Stepp Manufacturing • North Branch, MN

2d

About The Position

PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR
175 ton x 12’ Accurpress
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Set-up and operate 175 ton x 12’ Accurpress press brake machine
Bend and form sheet metal as needed per job ticket and print issued.
Size of bends will be anywhere from 1” to 120”
Sheet metal thicknesses range from 20ga up to 3/8”
Sheet metal weights range from 5# up to 250# each
Sheet metal dimensions may be as large as 5’x10’ in size
Familiarity with “tolerances” - +/-1 degree
Self-inspect and evaluate the quality of products before forwarding to the next step in the fulfillment process.
Other duties deemed necessary to support the Company's business operations (ie. Cross-trainable)
Perform work at or above pre-established performance objectives.
Keep the work area clean and organized, follow 5S guidelines.
Follow work direction and training provided by higher level welding personnel.
Actively participate in the Company’s continuous improvement efforts by identifying and communicating basic process improvements.
Ability to work well in a team environment
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks
Proven reliability - attendance and punctuality!
50LB max lifting weight. (Frequent use of overhead cranes required). Repetitious bending and standing for extended periods of time to be expected.
All other duties deemed necessary including cross training to work in other roles as needed to support company goals
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
Blueprint reading
Forklift and crane operations
Possess mathematical problem-solving ability
Demonstrate appropriate use of tools, technology, and equipment
Knowledge of mathematical principals such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and converting between decimals, percentages, fractions, and whole numbers
Material identification – steel, aluminum, stainless
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent reaching and lifting 0-50 lbs. Overhead cranes available.
Requires ability to grip with hands/fingers for sustained periods of time
Repetitious bending and standing for extended periods of time to be expected.
Frequent bending/ twisting/ turning
Frequent and extended periods of standing and walking required
Operation of equipment and machinery such as overhead cranes and/or forklifts
Remaining alert to surroundings, specifically when operating equipment and/or machinery
Must be able to reason and partake in critical decision making.
Attention to detail and concentration towards task at hand.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

• Blueprint reading
• Forklift and crane operations
• Possess mathematical problem-solving ability
• Demonstrate appropriate use of tools, technology, and equipment
• Knowledge of mathematical principals such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and converting between decimals, percentages, fractions, and whole numbers
• Material identification – steel, aluminum, stainless
• Frequent reaching and lifting 0-50 lbs. Overhead cranes available.
• Requires ability to grip with hands/fingers for sustained periods of time
• Repetitious bending and standing for extended periods of time to be expected.
• Frequent bending/ twisting/ turning
• Frequent and extended periods of standing and walking required
• Operation of equipment and machinery such as overhead cranes and/or forklifts
• Remaining alert to surroundings, specifically when operating equipment and/or machinery
• Must be able to reason and partake in critical decision making.
• Attention to detail and concentration towards task at hand.
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks
• Proven reliability - attendance and punctuality!
• High School diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• 2-3 years press brake set-up and operations experience preferred
• Training/Experience in overhead crane and forklift use

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate 175 ton x 12’ Accurpress press brake machine
• Bend and form sheet metal as needed per job ticket and print issued.
• Self-inspect and evaluate the quality of products before forwarding to the next step in the fulfillment process.
• Perform work at or above pre-established performance objectives.
• Keep the work area clean and organized, follow 5S guidelines.
• Follow work direction and training provided by higher level welding personnel.
• Actively participate in the Company’s continuous improvement efforts by identifying and communicating basic process improvements.
• Other duties deemed necessary to support the Company's business operations
• All other duties deemed necessary including cross training to work in other roles as needed to support company goals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED