Press Brake Operator

Come grow with us and join our Press Brake team! With new machines being added and better technology being leveraged, we have plenty of opportunities for growth and development. We have positions open on 1st, 2nd, and weekend shift!

What's in it for you: 

There are many reasons to work for WST FAB, here's just a few.

• A work/life balance! All of our shifts allow for ample time off. With our 1st and 2nd shifts working 4-10’s and our weekend shift working 3-12’s (but getting paid for 40 hours). 
• Some extra $. Pay for this position is based on experience PLUS you will receive a $2 hourly shift differential if you work 2nd or weekend shift. 
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and development.

What you will do: 

Manufacture parts per plant specification in an accurate and timely manner utilizing Press Brake machine centers.

• Load and unload materials on and off the machines.
• Follow instructions on the process and procedures to run machines.
• Prepares presses for production, adjusting calibrations and machine setting and reviewing proof documents.
• Operates presses to produce high quality fabricated sheet metal parts.
• Process all necessary documentation and paperwork for processes completed.
• Work with other shifts on the remaining work, issues, shift to shift notes, etc.
• Maintains work area to assure consistent operations and clean orderly workstations.
• Basic maintenance of machines including cleaning machines, cleaning the dust collector & greasing specific grease points.
• Comply with all quality, safety, and sanitation regulations.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

What knowledge/experience we are looking for: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent, one to three years’ relevant experience, or equivalent combination of both.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as work orders and blueprints.  
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devices. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. 
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and oral communication.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The phrases “occasionally,” “regularly,” and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “Occasionally” means up to 1/3 of working time, “regularly” means between 1/3 and 2/3 of working time, and “frequently” means 2/3 and more working time). 

• Frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Frequently working on foot, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail bending and stooping.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee works in a factory environment and is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals. He/she is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is loud. 

EEO Statement: Wisconsin Steel & Tube provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.