Press Brake Operator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reads production paperwork to determine specified requirements to manufacture. Has the ability to check parts utilizing calipers, micrometers, and height gages to guarantee conformity to print specifications. Is able to determine if material supplied meets production requirements and required qty's. Reviews parts for conformity to workmanship standards. Fills out production paperwork including quality and timekeeping records In-Process and Final Audit Report. Is able to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area in compliance with facility housekeeping policies. (5S Standards) Is able to correctly fill out tags associated with production to identify parts produced. (Nonconforming Material Reporting - NCMR). Monitors the calibration of the equipment they use within their department. Know what the Company Quality Policy and Quality Objectives mean to them and their role associated with the achievement of these objectives. Follows written/verbal work instructions that they have been trained on. Other duties as directed. Assist the Cell Leader with the introduction of Continuous Improvement ideas. Wears required safety equipment and follow Safety Policy. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A Press Brake Operator must be able to safely perform the essential physical functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. General Physical Demands Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours per shift). Maintain balance and body control while working around heavy machinery. Work in a fast-paced industrial environment with exposure to noise, vibration, and temperature variation. Strength & Lifting Lift, carry, and maneuver materials weighing: Up to 50 lbs. independently Over 50 lbs. with mechanical assistance (hoists, cranes, carts) Push and pull metal sheets, plates, and form parts on and off the press brake bed. Apply controlled force when positioning material, engaging clamps, or adjusting tooling. Repetitive Motion & Dexterity Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements during material handling and machine operation. Use both hands simultaneously for safe and accurate part placement. Maintain fine motor control for Measuring parts Operating machine controls Handling small tools, fasteners, or shims Posture & Body Positioning Bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and reach frequently to load parts or access tooling. Reach above shoulder height or across the machine bed as required. Work in awkward or static positions for short periods during setups or complex bends. Vision & Sensory Requirements Good visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) to: Read gauges, digital readouts, and prints Inspect parts for defects, alignment, and accuracy Depth perception and spatial awareness to safely position material and tooling. Hearing ability sufficient to Detect machine sounds Hear alarms, warnings, or verbal instructions (with hearing protection as required) Safety & Environmental Conditions Ability to wear required PPE, including: Safety glasses Steel-toed footwear Hearing protection Cut-resistant gloves Awareness and adherence to safety protocols around pinch points, moving parts, and heavy materials. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duty of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with company match We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.