Press Brake Operator

Compensation Range: $ 23.11 Scope: Perform duties to set up and operate a range of metal fabrication equipment to bend/form metal parts, working within the limits of standard or accepted practice.

Essential Duties: Operate Press Brake working from job packets, job specific cut sheet, bend list, material usage list, blueprints, quality checklist or drawings. Develop layout and plan sequence of operations. Calculate angles and bend thicknesses and other critical elements to determine appropriate dies, fixtures, stops and settings. Set up Press Brake to perform required bending. Verify conformance of first piece to specifications, using calipers, angles, square, ruler, gauges, and measuring tape. Gauge work pieces randomly during job processing to ensure maintenance of settings and make adjustments as necessary. Change over equipment or tooling to accommodate requirements. Set stops, angles and dies for defined part dimensions, and configuration. Manually feed material through fabrication to Munters Quality System. Perform quality checks, complete check lists, verify counts, record time per job and ensure compliance with production schedules. Stage completed parts for movement or move to subsequent operations to maintain work flow. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Observe and practice all safety rules. Take responsibility for the physical inventory of materials. Request material reorders as necessary.

Skill Requirements: Ability to read blueprints. Ability to read tape measure to nearest 1/32\": accuracy is of utmost importance. Ability to use and read calipers. Good communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude. Ability to organize work and complete tasks in an organized manner. Ability to work independently. Must possess personal initiative and be a self-starter. Willingness and ability to cross-train in other areas as needed. Good knowledge of computer systems (i.e., Microsoft software (Excel, Word) and other fab based software packages) or adaptability and willingness to learn. Other DutiesOperate Punch Press and Laser working from job packets, job specific cut sheet, bend list, material usage list, blueprints, quality checklist or drawings. Perform or assist with any operations, as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements. Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition. Consistently operate in keeping with all safety rules and requirements. Participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, and policies. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Tools and Equipment: Use computer and related systems software and peripherals, hand and hand power tools, clamps, crane, forklift, press brake, pneumatic tools and protective devices.