Drill Press/Brake Operator

Columbia Industries; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Industries, LLC in Starkville, MS is seeking a Drill Press/Brake Operator to independently operate and maintain plate processing equipment, reading blueprints and preparing metal components according to drawings.

The role requires 2 years of experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and involves setting up Brake Presses, producing parts daily, and collaborating with leadsmen and foreman in a shop environment.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of computer operations and data entry.
• Experience operating CNC Brake Presses is preferred.
• Must be able to set up and operate Brake Press for varied jobs.

Responsibilities

• Operates CNC controlled Brake Presses and reads blueprints.
• Selects proper tooling and sets up machines for production.
• Inspects parts using measurement tools and documents data.
• Works in a team environment with leadsmen/foreman and communicates shortages.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Computer literacy

CNC operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Drill Press/Brake Operator

Columbia Industries, LLC

2.8

2.8 out of 5 stars

101 Airport Road, Starkville, MS 39759

Full-time

Job details

Job type

• Full-time

Full job description

The Drill Press/Brake Operator is responsible for independently operating and maintaining plate processing equipment within the Plate Shop. This role supports production by cutting, forming, drilling, and preparing metal components according to engineering drawings and production specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates CNC controlled Brake Presses.
• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Selects proper punch and die tooling.
• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Brake Press to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of work.
• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Brake Press to run prototype jobs and new parts orders.
• Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data
• Able to read Drawings and produce parts based on drawing.
• Operate Press as necessary to produce parts.
• Produce items daily in support of production.
• Inform leadsmen and or Foreman of shortages with material.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers and coworkers and including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor or manager

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

2 years of experience preferred

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Equivalent Experience

High School Diploma preferred, 2 years of experience in shop environment preferred.

Training, Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Training:

Critical Skills

Computer Skills: Good understanding of computer operations

Reasoning Ability: Ability to read blueprints and understand parts

Physical Demands

Regularly: Standing, lifting, operating equipment.

Work Environment

Shop environment.