Press Brake Operator (III) - 1st Shift

YK Solutions•Carol Stream, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Press Brake Operator (Level III) sets up and operates metal-bending machines in accordance with quality and quantity standards. The role is aligned at Level III (Lead/Supervisor) and includes technical production work, employee training and mentoring, and coordination of safety, quality, and maintenance activities. This is an on-site position in Carol Stream, Illinois, on the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work environment includes frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration. Noise is usually moderate and occasionally loud. The position requires regular standing, sitting, hand and finger use, handling or feeling, and speaking or hearing; occasional climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Compensation is $60,000 to $75,000, with a bonus plan for full-time employees. Local candidates only; relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

At least 4 years of related experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, memos, and simple instructions.
Knowledge of basic business math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Know when to add shims (.010 and .020).
Understand tooling for hemming or offsets.
Understand the relationship between die V-opening and material thickness.
Ability to create new programs on the machine.
Ability to train new employees and mentor current employees to meet company quality and efficiency standards.
High school diploma.
Stable work history.
Local candidates only; relocation assistance is not available.
Visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Perform quality inspections according to documentation and control plans.
Read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, and work instructions.
Use basic measurement tools such as calipers and squares.
Identify and report defective materials or questionable conditions.
Meet attendance and efficiency standards.
Perform basic math functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Assist in other areas as needed.
Calibrate press brake equipment and manage tool libraries.
Identify bend sequences without reference sheets.
Train and mentor employees on quality and efficiency standards.
Lead safety initiatives and participate in team meetings.
Coordinate maintenance needs and ensure preventive maintenance is completed.
Analyze and resolve complex production issues.
Exceed company quality and efficiency standards.
Support production scheduling and communication with leadership.