Press Brake Operator (2nd Shift)

Eaton Corporation • Williamsburg, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Press Brake Operator (2nd Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $24 - $26 plus $1 Shift differential per hour. Hours are 2PM - 10:30PM. The Fabricator will work as part of a manufacturing team to ensure daily goals and objectives are achieved in the fabrication department. This individual will be responsible for set-up, operation, change over, and general maintenance of machinery in the steel shop including Press Brakes and Lasers, and is responsible for the lay-out, assembly, and proper forming of material per blueprints & specifications.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma/GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of one year press brake machine experience (sheet metal fabrication preferred)
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and understand wiring schematics, blueprints, and drawings
• Able to move material as needed using material handling carts (push/pull 50lbs)
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Team player and able to collaborate with others to effectively complete work assignments per customer orders

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year experience in metal fabrication or related work
• Previous experience operating a Press Brakes, Lasers, or CNC Machines
• Basic computer and math skills
• Willingness to participate in training opportunities
• Practice good housekeeping to keep assigned work-area clean, organized, and orderly.
• Perform other duties as required including flexing to other departments

Responsibilities

• Operate a press brake to manufacture parts from sheet metal or metal plates according to safe work practices. Adhering to all required personal protective equipment
• Prepare, set up and adjust press brake as required reading job instructions and/or blueprints to cut / form required products.
• Perform set-ups, minor troubleshooting, and routine preventative maintenance when required.
• Assemble components of standard and engineered to order products using hand tools, pneumatic tools and move product from previous operation to next operation.
• Perform adjustments to machine, tooling, and wheels to keep product within specified tolerances per job instructions.
• Complete production documentation (first piece approvals, routing tags, scrap tickets, etc.) and use specified gages to ensure proper product tolerances.
• Maintain high levels of quality and continually seek methods of improvement for all functions of the position.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• 10 Paid holidays
• Paid Bi-Weekly
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Overtime opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Wellness Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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