Job Description
Position Responsibilities:
- Producing materials according to specifications and on schedule.
- Ability to prepare and run complex bend setups and forming operations. This includes custom punch/die modification used in combination with other tooling (either standard or custom).
- Complex programming using all features of the press brake. E.g. bending at angles, step bends, proper back gauge transfer between steps, delays, etc.
- Must have a full understanding of print reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part.
- Work in an efficient and timely manner
- Keep the work area, including machine surfaces clean at all times.
- Work with the Material Handler to make sure material for each job is on schedule and in the proper location.
- Understand blueprints. Identify problems with materials, blueprints, and job packets and report to supervisor or manufacturing engineer.
- Accurately document work activities, including reject tags, acceptance tickets and issue tickets.
- Knowledge of measuring devices associated with fabrication.
- May be required to make edits to programs on NC/CNC equipment.
Perform simple PM on equipment.
Identify areas for process improvement, cost and waste reduction.
*** Able and willing to work in other areas as needed ***
Suggest and implement improvements. Follow up on details. Seek out productive work when assignments are completed. Actively participate in continuous improvement of our products and processes to better serve our customers and improve the overall profitability.
Qualifications:
- Mechanical -- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Mathematics -- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
Ability to read measuring tools (dial calipers, protractor), read and interpret engineering blueprints
The ability to lift 20 pounds regularly and 50-100 pounds with assistance is required
- Exemplary motor skills are required for the position, as brake press machines have multiple settings and levers that must be adjusted for each job and quickly manipulated through the steps of creating finished products. Skilled in machine set-up and operation of computerized machines.
- Maintain positive attitude and safe work environment
Equipment: Tools, Metatarsal safety boots, Safety glasses/goggles, Gloves
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Hand-eye coordination, Standing for extended periods, lifting multiple pounds regularly
Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task planning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding information, Computer use, Continuous learning.