Brake Press Operator - 2nd Shift (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Voluntary Wellness Programs

401(k) and RRSP with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

tk accelis Materials Plus is seeking a Brake Press Operator to join our Santa Teresa team on 3rd shift. You will safely set up and operate brake press equipment to fabricate metal products according to customer specifications while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Qualifications include High school diploma or GED and 1–2 years brake press or metal fabrication experience, plus ability to read work orders and use measuring tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years brake press or metal fabrication experience.
• Ability to read work instructions and perform basic math calculations.
• Experience using measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust brake press equipment to bend and form metal components.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and production specifications.
• Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping.
• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Identify and report quality, equipment, or safety concerns.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Skills

Brake press operation

Reading work instructions

Measuring tools

Basic math calculations

Safety awareness

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business.

The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence".

Copper and Brass Division Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.

Your responsibilities

Job Summary

tk accelis Materials Plus is seeking a Brake Press Operator to join our Santa Teresa team on 3rd shift. In this role, you will safely set up and operate brake press equipment to fabricate metal products according to customer specifications while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust brake press equipment to bend and form metal components.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and production specifications.
• Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping.
• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Identify and report quality, equipment, or safety concerns.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of brake press, machine operation, or metal fabrication experience.
• Ability to read work instructions and perform basic math calculations.
• Experience using measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous brake press experience in a metal fabrication environment.
• Forklift experience or certification.
• Metals industry experience.
• Basic computer skills.

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.

Hiring Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, plus a $0.65/hour 2nd shift premium.

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact [e-mail].