Brake Press Operator, Graphic Cases, 2nd Shift

Branch Medical Group; Limerick (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch Medical Group, located in Limerick, seeks a Brake Press Operator responsible for setting up and operating a brake press to produce parts according to blueprints and work instructions. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a background in metal fabrication is preferred, and must possess relevant measurement tool experience.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, compliance with quality standards, and effective teamwork within a modern manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Background in metal fabrication is preferred but willing to train.
• Able to work with +/- .010” tolerances.
• Clean, organized, and capable of multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a brake press to form parts according to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and governmental regulations.
• Perform quality checks using inspection gauges.

Skills

Ability to read blueprints

Experience using micrometers and calipers

Attention to detail

Intermediate math skills

Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Overview

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.

Branch Medical Group

Branch Medical Group, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., manufactures a wide range of implants for spinal and orthopedic applications as well as design the instrumentation cases that house them. Our passion, combined with Globus’ world‑class engineering, transforms clinical insights into tangible musculoskeletal solutions. We are constantly in pursuit of better patient care and understand that speed is critical because life cannot wait.

Position Summary

The Brake Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating a brake press to form parts in accordance with blueprint specifications and work instructions. This effort includes, but is not limited to, attention to detail and be willing to learn how to operate other shop equipment as needed. The work environment is clean, with modern equipment and does not require heavy lifting. This individual works with the entire department to ensure products are being made up to company standards.

Essential Functions

• Reads and interprets blueprints and work operation sheets to determine appropriate operations to be performed.
• Sets up brake press in accordance with the print specifications and work instructions.
• Operates a brake press and runs production in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Utilizes inspection gauges such as calipers (both dial and Vernier), micrometers, squares, and height gauges to perform quality checks on parts.
• Completes production paperwork and makes required entries into company database.
• Follows verbal and/or written instructions such as blueprints, traveler, work instruction, process specifications, sketches, and direction from supervisor in completing a variety of machining and inspection tasks.
• Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies.
• Ensures compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role.
• Represents the company in a professional manner and upholds the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties.

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background in metal fabrication is preferred but willing to train.
• Ability to read blueprints is preferred.
• Ability to work with +/- .010” tolerances is preferred.
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools is preferred.
• Clean, organized, and multi‑task capable.
• Intermediate math skills in geometric and trigonometric formulas are a plus.
• Flexible, reliable, self‑starting team player with the ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Above average manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Physical Demands

• Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Required to possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.

Our Values

• Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
• Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
• Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
• Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results‑oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.