Press Brake Set up Specialist

Protolabs•Nashua, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a skilled press break operator role. There is moderate to minimal supervision needed after training. The are responsible for manually setting up and operating a press break machine in accordance with the customer specifications. Proto Labs is a leader in digital manufacturing, hiring doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. The culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. The team is diverse, smart, genuine, humble, and passionate.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Sheet Metal manufacturing experience with Press Brakes
Knowledge of Sheet Metal in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education
Familiarity with the tools of the trade; Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
American offset tooling knowledge
Understanding of how to use adapters to ensure proper height and overall dimensions.
Ability to use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges.
Ability to interpret and explain written and numerical data.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
Ability to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner.
Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.
Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive.
Commitment to continuous learning.
Commitment to customer or employee service.
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder) or foreign national granted refugee or asylee status due to ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

Operate Amada, Cincinnati and/or Bystronics Press Brake
Program using all features of the press break, E.g. bending at angles, step bends, proper back gauge transfer between steps, delays, etc.
Must have a full understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part
Thorough understanding of flat pattern layout and sequencing
Perform thorough part inspections and remove defective products
Able to calculate specific material gains and losses
Ability to train less experienced operators
Work in an efficient and timely manner
Keep work area, including machine surfaces clean at all times
Identify areas for process improvement, cost and waste reduction
Perform other related duties as assigned