Brake Press Operator

Wildeck, Inc; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildeck, Inc. in Waukesha, WI, is seeking a Fabricator to set up and operate production machines to manufacture stock and custom parts. You will read blueprints, set lengths, monitor machine operation, and perform basic maintenance, with lifting requirements up to 100 pounds.

The role requires one year related experience, CNC exposure, and basic math skills. Proficiency with Windows/ERP and reading tapes is expected; safety shoes and PPE are required.

Qualifications

• One year related experience or training.
• CNC or Voortman experience preferred.
• Read and understand shop drawings or prints.
• Perform basic arithmetic for measurements in all units.
• Read and use a tape measure.
• Basic computer skills in Windows/ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Reads job specs from shop drawings or blueprints to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, jig or template.
• Observes machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Measures work piece dimensions to ensure accuracy of machine operation.
• Stacks, marks, and packs finished pieces.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dyes, or work pieces.
• Lifts objects by hand or with a hoist/crane/forklift.

Skills

One-year experience

CNC experience

Shop drawings reading

Basic math

Tape measure

Windows/ERP basics

Tools

CNC setup & changeover

Punch Press

Press Brake

Laser Punch Press

Job description

**THE ROLE:****Fabricator****LOCATION:** Waukesha, WI**REPORTS TO:** Supervisor, Manufacturing**POSITION TYPE:** Full-time, non-exempt**HOURS:**5:00am – 3:00pm, Monday – Thursday**OUR OPPORTUNITY:******The Fabricator sets up and operates a production machine to manufacture stock and custom parts. Fabrication machines may include fiber laser, brake press, saw, tube bender, iron worker, shear or roll former that cut, shape or bend metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures by performing the following duties.**YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:****Reads** job specifications from shop drawings or blueprints to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.**Sets**stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, jig or template.**Observes** machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.**Measures** work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.**Stacks**, marks, and packs finished work pieces.**Performs**minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dyes, or work pieces.**Lifts**objects by hand, or with a power hoist/crane, or forklift.YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior Voortman or CNC experience preferred.Read and understand shop drawings or prints.Add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform basic calculations using a calculator.Read and use tape measure.Basic computer skills in a windows environment/ERP system.Physical requirements include: Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds when turning parts over, dependent on the part being handled. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Twisting, turning, grasping, reaching, bending, pulling, and extended periods of standing.The employee in this position must wear OSHA approved safety shoes with metatarsal guards, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and grinding and/or cutting shield when using grinder or power cutters.**OUR COMPANY**Headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Wildeck is a subsidiary of Holden Industries, and is a 100% employee-owned company. Wildeck is the largest U.S. manufacturer of industrial steel work platforms (mezzanines), vertical lifts (VRCs), rideable material lifts (RML), safety guarding products, industrial ladders, crossovers, and more. We have been providing the highest quality products to the distribution industry for almost 50 years.Wildeck provides employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Along with competitive compensation we offer three different health plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, identity protection service, paid parental leave, employee assistance program, continuing education, generous paid-time-off and nine paid holidays.Retirement plans include the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401k. Contributions to the ESOP are made by the Company annually based on profitability. One of the many benefits of being an employee-owned company is that our employees are our shareholders with the ability to directly impact the profitability of the company and share in the rewards.You should be proficient in:Troubleshooting SkillsMechanical Troubleshooting SkillsMaterial Handler ExperienceHeavy Material HandlingCNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverMachine Setups for Production RunsShop Math SkillsMachines & technologies you'll use:Punch PressPress BrakeLaser Punch Press