Press Brake Operator

Description

Marra Forni is a family-owned business and by extension, the Marra Forni team operates as a collaborative family, made up of diverse, talented, and unique skilled individuals. Marra Forni is the fastest growing manufacturer of handcrafted brick ovens for commercial and residential use. You will be an integral contributor to our ever-mounting success. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, paid vacation and sick leave, 401K, plenty of learning and growing potential. As well as lots of free pizza.

Marra Forni is seeking a Press Brake Operator for its Beltsville facility. The Press Brake Operator will use a press brake to bend, shape, cut, and manipulate sheet metal and metal plates.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operates a press brake to manufacture tools, equipment, and other components from sheet metal or metal plates.
• Prepares, sets up, and adjusts press brake as required by product plans and production schedules.
• Ensures that there are sufficient raw materials available.
• Measures and aligns materials to be used.
• Inspects products, evaluating finished pieces for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Performs routine maintenance on the press brake.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Reads information in job packet and interpret blueprint to specifications and tolerances for part.
• Uses measuring equipment, such as calipers and micrometers, to check accuracy of dimensions.
• Operates mechanical presses and hydraulic presses (on feet all day).
• Operates additional equipment such as laser cutting machines, manual mills, manual drill and metal roller.
• Monitors output and proper operation of presses and machines.
• Performs routine quality checks during production runs.
• Recognizes any unacceptable defects on parts and report issues to appropriate supervisor.
• Maintains required paperwork for traceability.
• Follows proper safety procedures and wear required protective equipment.
• Be open to cross training in a wide range of operations across different departments.
• Lifts heavy materials (up to 50 pounds).
• Works independently with limited supervision.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to safely and effectively operate or learn to operate press brake controls.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow product plans.
• Ability to read blueprints and other technical documents.
• Ability to use and understand precision measuring tools.
• Ability to focus for extended periods of time.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Effective communication and math skills.
• Proven track record for attendance, problem-solving skills, and working independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player
• Must have reliable transportation

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in machine operation with any type of CNC machinery, metal fabrication, or related work preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Physically able to operate the press brake.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to lift 70 pounds at a time.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to use manual machinery.
• Good eyesight and ability to read.

Compensation:

• Based on experience.