Brake Press Operator I — Precision Metal Bending & Setup

Air Distribution Limited; Alabama; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Distribution Limited in Geneva, AL is seeking a skilled machinist to select, position and align dies in the machine ram and bed, and to set clamps and stops. The role involves precise adjustment of ram pressure to bend metal and verification of final dimensions.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints or templates, set dies for multiple operations, and travel to Geneva, AL as needed. This position offers full-time employment with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience aligning dies and setting ram pressure.
• Ability to read blueprints or templates.
• Willingness to travel to Geneva, AL.

Responsibilities

• Selects, positions, and aligns dies in machine ram and bed.
• Turns setscrews or bolts to fasten clamp bar that holds dies in position.
• Turns adjustment screws to set ram pressure and die clearance according to metal thickness.
• Lays out work stock from blueprints or templates.
• Positions workpiece to align layout marks or backstop.
• Starts machine to lower ram or depresses pedal to activate ram that bends metal.
• Sets stops on machine bed and repositions stock to run successive pieces or to perform multiple operations.
• Verifies dimensions of workpiece.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Dies alignment

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Adjustment with screws

Job description

Air Distribution Limited in Geneva, AL is seeking a skilled machinist to select, position and align dies in the machine ram and bed, and to set clamps and stops. The role involves precise adjustment of ram pressure to bend metal and verification of final dimensions.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints or templates, set dies for multiple operations, and travel to Geneva, AL as needed. This position offers full-time employment with potential for growth.