Brake Press Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Guelph; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals Guelph is hiring on behalf of a Stratford-area company for a Brake Press Operator. The role offers full-time, day or afternoon shifts, with competitive hourly pay and steady long-term work.

You will set up tooling, program and operate machinery, ensure quality and safety, meet production timelines, and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints for brake press work.
• Ability to read and perform basic to intermediate mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of safe operation of lifting devices (crane, lift truck, magnets).
• Follows blueprint specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up tooling and form products to specifications.
• Program and operate machinery for first articles and production runs.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow OH&S rules.
• Meet production timelines for fabricated parts.
• Maintain maintenance logs and perform preventative maintenance.
• Communicate improvements or issues to Lead Hand.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Reliability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Blueprints reading

Hand tools

Cranes & forklifts

Machine setup

Job description

Brake Press Operator
Location: Stratford, ON
$23.68 to $29.52 per hour

Days - 6:45am – 3:15 pm Monday-Friday (2 openings)

Afternoon- 3:30pm-2:00am Monday-Thursday (1 open)

Long-term, full-time opportunity

Express Employment Professionals Guelph is hiring on behalf of a great company in Stratford, ON for a Brake Press Operator. This company fabricates and assembles components for heavy trucks, defense, and off-road equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up tooling using the appropriate gauge of metal required for the job and form products according to specifications.
• Maintain awareness and understanding of the fabrication sequence and all steps required to complete the process.
• Communicate any ideas, improvements, or feedback regarding process enhancements to the Lead Hand.
• Promote and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure employee safety and product efficiency.
• Meet all production timelines for fabricated products.
• Set up, prepare, and program computerized machinery from scratch for “first articles.”
• Follow all Occupational Health & Safety regulations and company policies; make equipment adjustments as required.
• Ensure all parts comply with blueprint specifications and quality standards.
• Segregate non-conforming or damaged parts and notify Quality Assurance.
• Select the correct program corresponding to the part number.
• Select specified dies as listed on the traveller.
• Ensure WIP tags and updated travellers move to the next operation according to product control procedures.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery.
• Complete daily maintenance and repair logs.
• Communicate and assist co-workers, operators, supervisors, and Lead Hands as required.
• Maintain and secure work tools.
• Clean and maintain the work area.
• Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health & Safety regulations and organizational policies and procedures.
• Follow all lockout procedures when performing repairs and adjustments.
• Complete ITP paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent communication skills and strong situational awareness.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong problem-solving skills are required.
• Team-oriented with a cooperative attitude and the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Demonstrates respect, integrity, and ethical behaviour while upholding organizational values.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent; combinations of education, experience, and certifications will be considered.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic to intermediate mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of industry-related hand tools.
• Experience working safely with lifting devices (crane, lift truck, magnets, and other lifting equipment).
• Ability to frequently lift up to 30 lbs on a repetitive basis.
• Reliable transportation.