Brake Press Operator

Traylor Bros., Inc.; Petersburg (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Onyett is seeking an experienced Brake Press Operator to form steel parts using brake press equipment. You will set up tooling, load programs, read blueprints, and monitor forming operations to ensure parts meet specifications.

Responsibilities include inspecting finished pieces, performing routine maintenance, and maintaining a safe, clean work area in compliance with safety regulations. Forklift operation and material handling are also required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Set up tooling, load programs and configure machine parameters for forming operations.
• Inspect finished parts and verify conformance with standards using measuring tools.
• Operate forklift for material handling and ensure safe lifting of parts and inventory.
• Adhere to safety regulations, maintain clean work areas and follow proper lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Select proper tooling and dies based on material thickness and type.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters for optimal performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine dimensions, tolerances and setup requirements.
• Measure and mark dimensions on material to guide forming process.
• Adjust controls to regulate forming factors and check for malfunctions.
• Verify finished parts against specifications using inspection tools.
• Perform trial runs and routine maintenance on machines.
• Maintain safe work practices and clean, orderly work areas.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Job description

Onyett is seeking an experienced Brake Press Operator responsible for forming various types of steel for bucket and blade liners, forming metal into different degrees, and forming channels. These responsibilities include shaping metal, maintaining press brake, reading blueprints, completing inspections, packaging, lifting, and moving parts & inventory, using a forklift, and following safety regulations.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Select proper tooling and dies based on material thickness and type.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance of the equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent forming as necessary.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate forming factors.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance forming and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary.
• Set up and operate machine on a trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines as required.
• Ensure that safe work practices are followed and adhered to.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.