FABRICATION DEPT. PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR
Employment Type : Full-Time
Description: DAY SHIFT AND SWING SHIFT AVAILABLE. Produce a variety of parts which must meet dimensional specification of mechanical engineering drawings. This position may include all or some of the responsibilities listed below:Responsibilities- Operate press brakes and other CNC machinery used in the fabrication department.
- Use CNC controller to input information into machine.
- Adjust ram and back gauge locations per process control instructions and drawings.
- Perform complex programming using all feature of the press brake.
- Program the CNC to produce new parts meeting specifications.
- Perform operator level maintenance.
- Assist other machine operators.
- Read mechanical engineering drawings.
- Select proper punches and dies based on material thickness and type.
- Set up tooling, load programs, and set machine parameters.
- Keep all quality standards; attention to detail is a must.
- Keep work area clean and organized.
- Follow all company rules, policies, and safety standards.
- Work effectively and efficiently with limited direction, alone or in a team environment.
- Willing to do whatever tasks are assigned; be flexible.
Skills Required:- Able to read, write, speak & understand English.
- Solid mathematical skills - factions and decimal conversion
- Able to read and use a caliper tool and tape measure
- Press brake operating skills
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD a plus
- Read and understand mechanical engineering drawings
- Knowledge of sheet metal types used: Galvanized, SS, Aluminum
- Able & willing to work overtime as needed.
- Able to lift up to 60 lbs.
- Willingness to do whatever job assigned each day.
- Work effectively with limited direction as well as in a team environment.
- Pass pre-employment & random drug screening.
- Applicant must have reliable transportation and excellent attendance.
Hours:- Day Shift: 5:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday - Thursday, with occasional overtime.
- Swing Shift: 3:15 pm to 1:45 am Monday - Thursday with occasional overtime.