Break Press Operator

FECON; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

FECON, LLC in Lebanon, Ohio, is seeking a Break Press Operator to run CNC power brake presses and shape metal according to detailed instructions.

You will read blueprints, set dies, adjust ram, and work with a press programmer to optimize setups while ensuring safe, high-quality production.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of press brake experience, with strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of press break operation experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints.
• Ability to read schematics and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Properly and safely operates CNC power brake press.
• Collaborates with press programmer to improve setups and processing of materials.
• Sets stops on machine bed, changes dies, and adjusts components.
• Plans sequence of operations using knowledge of metal properties.
• Inspects workpieces for defects and verifies dimensions.
• Maintains equipment and keeps the work area clean and orderly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Schematic interpretation

Precision measurement

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

CNC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Protractor

Calipers

Tape measure

Job description

Job Title: Break Press Operator

Manager Title Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

FECON, LLC is a vegetation management equipment manufacturer located in Lebanon, Ohio near Kings Island Amusement Park. FECON is known for having very high-quality products and a team culture - and we are growing! We design, build, test, sell and service our equipment consisting of products such as our well-known "Bull Hog" mulchers, the Stump Ex, our high-quality FTX tractors of varying horsepower, as well as many other attachments. We offer competitive wages, full health care benefits and a continuous learning culture for those who want to grow with the company.

Job Summary

Uses an electrically powered industrial machine to create, shape and customize metal material into a variety of forms dictated by the manufacturer. Required to read and interpret detailed and complex instructions to produce the desired forms.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Properly and safely operates CNC power brake press.
• Works with press programmer to improve setups and processing of materials.
• Sets stops on machine bed, changes dies, and adjusts components, such as ram or power press, when making multiple or successive passes.
• Plans sequence of operations, applying knowledge of physical properties of the metal.
• Inspects workpiece for defects.
• Measures work piece and verifies dimensions, using micrometer, gauge, straight edge, scale and protractor.
• Selects and positions flat, block, radius, or special purpose die sets into ram and bed of machine, using hoist, crane, measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Completes daily workload requirements.
• Maintains the machinery and keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Understands complex instructions and how schematics work in order to ensure that items are designed and built correctly.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical blueprints.
• Ability to use measure tools including protractor, calipers and tape measure.
• Understands when the machine is not at peak performance, how to increase output, and how to fix errors.
• Possesses a strong attention to detail. Press brakes are precision equipment and being off by millimeters could create a critical error.
• Has strong mechanical and technical skills. Machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand technology.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of press break operation required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds.
• Use overhead cranes and jib cranes.
• Most work performed standing at floor level.
• Ability to do repetitive movements with hands.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be added at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled