Brake Press Operator

EK; Fall River (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Brake Press Operator where your expertise in operating and programming Brake Press machinery will shine. This role involves interpreting blueprints, setting up equipment, and ensuring quality through precise measurements. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the machinery manufacturing industry. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a supportive environment that values your skills and contributions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Brake Press operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform precision measurements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Brake Press for various operations.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Precision Measurement

Brake Press Operation

Advanced Programming Functions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School Certificate

Tools

Brake Press

Measuring Equipment

Job description

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Calculates bend allowances for various material types and thicknesses.
• Selects proper punch and die tooling.
• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Brake Press to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of work.
• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Brake Press to run prototype jobs and new parts orders.
• Writes set-up sheets and understands advanced programming functions.
• Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data.
• Cleans and organizes work area.

QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

One year certificate from college or technical school; minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training and a High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, memos, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization in small groups or one-on-one.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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