Brake Press Operator

Multilink Position: Brake Press Operator

This position is responsible for preparing raw steel, aluminum, or stainless steel up to ½ thick, and finished product to correct length and shape according to customer requirements using a CNC Brake Press.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Proficiently load/edit Computerized Numeric Control (CNC) programs and operate the CNC Brake Press for routine established work.
• Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
• Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor/lead.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
• Must be willing to learn and operate other fabrication equipment including drill presses, chop saw, CO2 laser, CNC punch press (turret), and insertion press.
• Must be able to finish product with grinders, sanders and hand tools.
• Perform daily maintenance to assigned equipment to keep in proper working order.
• Has the ability to read blueprints to ascertain correct specifications and perform in-process inspections.
• Safely move material using forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Cleans and maintains an orderly work area using the 5S procedure set up.
• Assist other individuals in area when needed.
• Communicates effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow.
• Promotes teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to company policies, process, and procedures.

Education and Experience

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent may be required.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, tape measure, calipers, and other shop drawing aids.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Safety conscious behavior.
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push and or pull 1 50 lbs frequently.
• Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead and outward frequently.
• Sit, stand and walk for 1 10 hours per day.
• Close mental and visual attention required, coordinating manual dexterity with mental and visual attention for sustained periods of time.