Brake Press Operator

Garaventa Lift Group; Brampton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products. The Brake Press Operator position is 100% on-site at 2 Walker Drive, Brampton, with an Afternoon shift from 3:30pm to 12:00am. You will operate a CNC brake press, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet specifications.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and 3–5 years brake press experience in manufacturing, with strong reading, math, and teamwork skills. English is required for safety and procedure notes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years experience as brake press operator in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, instructions, and procedures in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate brake press to bend, notch, punch, form parts per blueprints.
• Verify dimensions against drawings using measurement tools.
• Read/interpret blueprints and worksheets; set up and run CNC brake press.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Reading blueprints

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC brake press

Calipers

MS Office basics

Job description

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

Position Summary

The Brake Press Operator will be responsible for operating numerically controlled brake press to bend, notch, punch, form, arc, or straighten metal plates or sheet metal and structural shapes to blueprint or sketch specifications by performing the following duties.

This position is 100% on-site, located at 2 Walker Drive, Brampton

Shift:

Monday to Friday, Afternoon Shift - 3:30pm to 12:00am
Responsibilities

• Operates Brake Press from previously set-up programs and will typically perform longer run jobs.
• Starts machine to lower ram or depress pedal to activate ram that bends or cuts metal.
• Verifies dimensions of work piece by comparing to drawings, on all parts
• Place completed parts on storage table for delivery to next workstation
• Set up and operate a CNC brake press with minimum supervision.
• Able to read/interpret blueprints and/or worksheets.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Able to use caliper and other measurement tools with accuracy.
• Able to practice troubleshooting, problem-solving and proper judgement in certain situations.
• Verifies dimensions of work piece by comparing to drawings on all parts
• Able to use basic production tools
• Other duties as assigned

Mindset, Skills & Education

• High School Diploma and/or specialized training/certification.
• At least 3-5 years work experience as a brake press operator in a Manufacturing plant setting.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Basic knowledge of MS applications/internet/email.
• Should possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both effectively as part of a team and individually.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Lifting: Able to lift at least 35 pounds unassisted.
• Standing: Requires prolonged periods of standing while operating the brake press and performing tasks.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands for operating controls, manipulating parts, and handling measurement tools.
• Repetitive Motion: Repetitive bending, reaching, and pushing of machine controls.
• Vision: Must be able to see and interpret blueprints, measurements, and other documentation accurately, often working with small or detailed components.
• Physical Stamina: Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment with periodic heavy lifting and manual tasks.
• Mobility: Requires movement between workstations, lifting, and positioning metal plates or components.
• Kneeling or Stooping: Occasional kneeling or stooping may be required when placing or adjusting parts or machines.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of being part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization with the ability to impact future success. This role is a chance to shape your career and the future of Savaria! Join us!