Press Brake Operator

DIMENSIONAL INNOVATIONS INC • Overland Park, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

DI exists to relieve the world of mediocre experiences and to create remarkable ones. Our people make the remarkable possible through an unwavering display of uncommon commitment each day. Reporting to the Production Supervisor-Metal, this role is responsible for setting up quality conforming parts based on drawings and blueprints. Additionally the person filling this role is responsible for setting up and operating the numerical controlled (CNC) press brake machine while maintaining established procedures and specifications that meet or exceed customer and company expectations. This position may assume additional metal fabrication duties as needed.

Requirements

• Can translate the requirements of part drawings into measurements for production
• Ensures every machine procedure is done in accordance with the strict guidelines of the company
• Is mechanically minded and willing to be cross trained in a variety of fabrication functions and operating software
• Has experience reading and understanding manufacturing blueprints
• Has experience using tools such as calipers, protractors and tape measures to confirm dimensions against drawings
• Understands manufacturing tolerances
• Has strong problem-solving skills to know why machines are not at peak performance and can adjust settings to increase output and fix any errors
• Ability to apply basic sheet metal forming fundamentals
• Understands the relationship between a press brake tool and the bend radius
• Follows all company safety protocol especially during equipment operations
• Ensure machine is consistently clean and calibrated
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Committed to maintaining consistent and on-time attendance
• Ability to retain and apply instructions
• Has excellent attention to detail/precision and consistently avoids critical errors with components
• Ability to multi-task with effective time management skills
• Ability to communicate in and understand English
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Strong math skills and the ability to understand and process complex work instructions
• Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and hold a valid drivers license

Nice To Haves

• AutoCAD and SolidWorks training helpful

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate machines to perform tasks such as cutting, bending and programming using all features of the press brake
• Understand specifications of the task at hand, determines which brake dies are used based on the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings etc.
• Adjusts machine settings in order to adhere to established product specifications and monitors work to ensure machine is functioning properly
• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines
• Prepare a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications
• Perform process and maintains tight tolerances and quality requirements
• Responsible for set-up maintenance and operation of equipment in the press brake
• Responsible for inspecting the quality of raw materials before fabrication use
• Communicate proactively to Production Supervisor-Metal any issues related to material quality, machine issues or any items negatively impacting product output
• Performs routine and minor maintenance activities as needed

Benefits

• DI offers a full benefit package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance along with Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity.
• Additionally, we offer a 401(k) with a match, Health Savings Account match, Paid Time Off (PTO), 7 paid holidays plus an employee chosen Floating Holiday annually, and paid Parental Leave.
• GGOB allows for the potential of quarterly bonuses as company goals are achieved.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees