The Press Brake Operator is responsible 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).
Shift: Monday - Friday 2pm 10pm ($2.40 shift differential)
What you will do
- Operate Amada, Cincinnati and/or Bystronics Press Brake
- Program using all features of the press break, E.g. bending at angles, step bends, proper back gauge transfer between steps, delays, etc.
- Must have a full understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part
- Thorough understanding of flat pattern layout and sequencing
- Perform thorough part inspections and remove defective products
- Able to calculate specific material gains and losses
- Ability to train less experienced operators
- Work in an efficient and timely manner
- Keep work area, including machine surfaces clean at all times
- Identify areas for process improvement, cost and waste reduction
- Perform other related duties as assigned
What it takes
- 1-2 years setting up and operating press break machines
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Strong attention to detail
- Good communication skills.
- Must have hand/eye coordination with good hand dexterity; fingers need to be able to make small movements such as picking up small to large parts
- Able to work in extreme environment, with proper PPE
- Basic computer skills and or familiarity with a manufacturing based operating system
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges.
- Ability to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner
- Solid commitment to customer or employee service
- Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills
- Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality
- Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive
- Knowledge of Machining in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education
- Familiarity with the tools of the trade Microsoft Office suite of products and SolidWorks
Bonus to have
- Previous experience in a Sheet Metal manufacturing environment.
What is in it for you
- We offer a competitive salary
- In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
- Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
- And More!