Brake Press Operator

Martinrea; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinrea Industrial is seeking a Brake Press Operator to produce parts meeting customer requirements in quality and output under safe conditions.

You will read drawings, set up brake press tooling, measure parts, and work with QA to ensure first-off meets standards; lifting up to 50 lbs; OSHA safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with metal fabrication preferred.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and specs.
• Ability to use measuring tools including tape measure and Vernier.
• Ability to identify and change brake press tooling.
• Able to work independently or under supervision.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Follow Health & Safety regulations and Martinrea policies.
• Wear required PPE and equipment.
• Follow machine safety rules (guards, light curtains).
• Complete tasks within allotted time.
• Ensure first-off parts pass QA.
• Bend parts per drawings and specs.
• Complete data entry and paperwork as required.
• Program and set up machines for output and quality.
• Coordinate with QA and Engineering.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Notify supervisors of unsafe equipment or practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to OSHA health and safety programs.

Skills

Reading drawings

Tape measure

Vernier

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Brake press machines

Job description

Job Summary

• Brake press Operators at Martinrea Industrial are primarily responsible for the production of parts and assemblies that meet customer requirements in quality and output in a safe fashion.

Required Education & Experience

• Experience with Metal Fabrication an asset
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and specifications
• Ability to use Tape Measure, Vernier and other measuring tools
• Ability to identify and change Brake Press tools
• Ability to work independently or with supervision
• Capable to lift up to 50lbs from ground to table level
• Mathematical aptitude

Essential Functions/Competency Level

• Must work in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, Martinrea Industrial rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or clothing as required by Martinrea
• Must ensure machine safety rules are followed (light curtains, guarding, etc.
• Ensure all tasks are performed in the allotted time provided
• Assure that 1st off/1st Part is inspected and meets Quality Assurance requirements
• Bend parts according to provided drawings and specifications
• Completion of data entry and/or paperwork as required
• Program, set up Machines to meet customer requirements in output and quality
• Interface with Quality and Engineering
• Maintain proper Martinrea housekeeping standards
• Must notify lead hand and/or supervisors of all dysfunctional and/or unsafe equipment or work practices
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisors and Managers
• Responsible to adhere to all Health and Safety programs in accordance the OSHA.
• Ensure that your work environment is clean, tidy organized and a safe workplace at all times.
• Abide by all Company polices including, but not limited to the following: Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook

Work Environment

• Working in a plant environment
• Frequent distractions and interruptions
• Multiple demands, challenging, fast paced, team orientated environment, can be noisy

Physical Demands

• Constant standing, walking, bending and lifting (light to heavy) and climbing
• Warm/Cold temperatures
• Communication with Lead Hand, Supervisors and Management
• Overtime as required

Health & Safety

• Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear Personal Protective Equipment and certain clothing as required by the Company

Background check and pre-employment drug screen required for employment opportunity.