Job purpose
Setup and safely operate CNC Press Brakes to process/produce highest quality products.
Duties and responsibilities
- Setup and document tooling and safe practices for Press Brake operations
- Verify accuracy of machine settings to confirm accurate tolerances and machine functions.
- Operators will be required to maintain accurate parts and motivation on routine repetitive jobs.
- During operations Operator will be required to maintain cleanliness of the machine.
- In process checks will be required by the operator to maintain all required tolerances and quality.
- Completes all required safety procedures prior to and during operations.
- Communicates all production related items to next shift operators or shift supervisors.
- Responsible for operation, proving programs, operating controls, setting all machine functions,
deburring and inspection of parts to assure conformance will be required.
- Must be able to work from drawings and sketches, read and understand manuals/specifications or
sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished products, sequence of operations
and set up requirements.
- Skilled in organizing work area before and after parts are processed, stacking completed parts
properly on blocks or pallet to eliminate double handling and work efficiently
- Detects equipment malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine within
capabilities. Reports all machine malfunctions to Management.
- Ability to calculate, blank sizes, bend locations, appropriate tonnage and tooling for each part being
formed
- Communicates with management, production control, quality and other shop personnel for
assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues.
- May perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Understand and work within an ERP System (Epicor)
- Support business needs in current position and other departments as needed
Qualifications-
Proven experience as CNC operator
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Skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools
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Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
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Computer savvy with basic understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM
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Mechanical aptitude and good math skills
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A keen eye for detail and results-driven approach
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Good communication abilities
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High school diploma or equivalent; certificate or diploma in engineering or relevant discipline is a plus
Working conditions
Brake press operators work 6am-2:30pm with overtime available in the evenings and weekends in a manufacturing facility where they may be subject to loud noise.
Physical requirements
Press brake operators work with their hands, lifting and moving large pieces of metal, and stand for hours at a time, all of which requires physical strength and stamina. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
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