Fabrication CNC Brake Operator - 2nd Shift

The Grasshopper Company; Moundridge (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life Insurance

Pension Plan (better than a 401k)

401k Plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Bonus Incentive

Discounted child care available

Discount on Verizon Wireless service

Job summary

The Grasshopper Company is hiring a Fabrication CNC Brake Operator for the 2nd shift in Moundridge, KS. The role requires experience with brake presses, basic metalwork, and reading blueprints. You will operate CNC brakes, set up tooling, and ensure parts meet tolerances in a team-oriented shop environment.

We offer full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package and on-the-job training. Join a family-owned manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience in turf equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous metal work experience is required.
• Brake press experience is required.
• Ability to set up and program bends on a CNC brake within given tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and program multiple bends in material from .050 in. to .250 in. on a CNC Brake.
• Set dies, measure clearances and adjust the CNC Brake to tolerances.
• Lift parts onto the work area for forming or shearing operations.
• Read and form parts from blueprints and other instructions.
• Learn to operate other metalworking equipment such as punches, presses, shears and CNC-controlled tools.
• Follow safe operating procedures and maintain accurate part counts.

Skills

CNC bend programming

Brake press setup

Blueprint reading

Metalworking equipment operation

Safety procedures

Tools

Brake press

Punches

Presses

Shears

CNC equipment

Job description

Fabrication CNC Brake Operator - 2nd 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. As 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.

Fabrication CNC Brake Operator- 2nd Shift

We offer stable employment utilizing state of the art equipment and clean work facilities. On the job training provided.

Full-time CNC Brake operator needed for first second Fabrication department. Previous metal work experience a must. Brake Press experience 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.

Extensive benefit package including:

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

Department: Fabrication

This is a full time position