Fabrication CNC Brake Operator - 1st Shift

The Grasshopper Company; Kansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Bonus incentive

Discounted child care

Discount on Verizon Wireless service

Job summary

A family-owned manufacturing business is seeking a full-time CNC Brake Operator for the first shift in the Fabrication department. Candidates must have previous metal work and brake press experience, as well as the ability to read blueprints and operate various metalworking tools like the CNC Brake. The role involves setting up and programming material bends and ensuring safe operating procedures. The company offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have previous metal work and brake press experience.
• Ability to set up and program a CNC Brake is required.
• Must understand safe operating procedures for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and program multiple bends in material on a CNC Brake.
• Read blueprints to form parts accurately.
• Maintain safety awareness on the job.
• Adjust dies, measure clearances, and maintain tolerances to produce good parts.
• Load parts onto work area and assist with forming or shearing as needed.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to ensure accuracy.
• Learn and operate other metalworking equipment and CNC controls.
• Follow safe operating procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Verify parts and counts before completing orders.
• Remain alert to hazards and uphold safety practices.

Skills

Metal work experience

Brake press experience

Ability to read blueprints

Safety awareness

Safety Compliance

Quality Checks

Material Handling

Tools

CNC Brake

Punches

Presses

Shears

Job description

Fabrication CNC Brake Operator - 1st Shift (Moundridge, KS)

A family‑owned business with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience, The Grasshopper Company has specialized in manufacturing True ZeroTurn™ riding rotary mowers since 1969. No parent corporation or outside investors make the decisions at Grasshopper.

As a recognized leader in the manufacturing of turf and grounds maintenance equipment, The Grasshopper Company is always looking for talented, dedicated and hard‑working people to join our team. Grasshopper offers a wide range of competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. The Grasshopper Company/Moridge Manufacturing, Inc. abides by applicable non‑discrimination laws and will not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, Vietnam era veteran status, or disability.

We offer stable employment utilizing state‑of‑the‑art equipment and clean work facilities. Unless otherwise noted, on‑the‑job training is provided.

Full‑time CNC Brake operator needed for first shift in the Fabrication department. Previous metal work experience is a must. Brake press experience is a must.

Essential Functions

• Must have the ability to set up and program multiple bends in material from .050" to .250" on a CNC Brake.
• Must be able to set dies, measure clearances and set CNC Brake to required tolerances to produce good parts.
• Must be able to lift parts of varying weights onto work area for the necessary forming or shearing operation.
• Must be able to read and form parts from blueprints and other instruction/planning information.
• Must have the ability to learn to set up and operate a variety of other metal working equipment, including punches, presses, shears, brakes and other CNC controlled equipment.
• Must be able to learn and understand safe operating procedures for all equipment used.
• Must be able to break out parts from large sheets of metal.
• Must be able to keep accurate counts.
• Must check parts to ensure accuracy prior to completion of order.
• Must be constantly alert to potential hazards and keep a safety awareness attitude.

To learn more about this employment position with Grasshopper, including descriptions and requirements, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Pension plan (better than a 401(k))
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Bonus incentive
• Discounted child care available
• Discount on Verizon Wireless service

Department: Fabrication

This is a full‑time position.

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