Laser and Press Brake Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Lakeville, MN is hiring a Laser & Press Brake Operator to set up and run laser and brake machines, load/unload parts, and maximize changeover efficiency. You will work with blueprints and schedules to manufacture programmed parts and ensure quality while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires basic math skills, blueprint reading, and at least 1 year in manufacturing. Travel for training may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Blueprint certification and ability to use measuring tools.
• Willingness to travel for training; travel will be paid.
• Proficient in basic math and reading/writing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laser and press brake machines and manufacture programmed parts.
• Load/unload and assemble/disassemble machines; maximize changeover efficiencies.
• May use overhead crane or forklift to move materials as required.
• Coordinate parts delivery with internal customers to meet production timelines.
• Prepare finished products per blueprints and schedule; document scrap and transfers.
• Train other operators on setups and troubleshoot issues; ensure adherence to quality standards.

Skills

Self-direction

Troubleshooting

Mentoring/training

Quality focus

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Blueprint certification

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Gauges

Protractors

Forklift certification

Job description

Come help us build quality products that people love as aLaser & Press Brake Operator .This rewarding career includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment focused on developing your skills.

This client believes in the power of Lean Manufacturing. Our production environments emphasize flow and continuous improvement efforts. Our Machine Operators work within a team-driven environment to assemble quality products and improve our efficiencies.

Role Summary:

Our Laser & Press Brake Operators are responsible for set up and operation of various machines. You’ll be performing basic machine set up, load/unload, and manufacture of programmed parts including the disassembly and assembly of machines, and maximize efficiencies in changeover necessary regarding tools, equipment, jigs, carts, etc. The ability to complete finished product within the parameters outlined in blueprints, mini-bills, and/or schedule along with adherence to all quality standards by producing products which align with the print specifications is critical to this position.

Essential Functions:

• Complete required machine set up, load/unload machine, and manufacture programmed parts including the disassembly and assembly of machine.
• May use an overhead crane to unload steel and load machine (as required by dept.).
• May use forklift to load materials.
• Partner with internal customers to coordinate parts delivery and production time lines to meet or exceed external customer expectations.
• Complete finished product within the parameters outlined in blueprints, mini-bills, and/or schedule.
• Initiate orders for raw steel stock and consumable parts (i.e. focusing lens, nozzle tips).
• Maximize efficiencies in changeover necessary regarding tools, equipment, jigs, carts, etc.
• Train other operators on set-ups, evaluate tooling damage and trouble shoot to take corrective action steps.
• Complete all documentation necessary including scrap adjustments and material transfer sheets.
• Utilize required tools (i.e. caliper, micrometers, tape measures, gauges, protractors) to adhere to all quality standards by producing products which align with the print specifications.
• May need to assist in production area for assemble/fabrication of fireplace units as needed.
• Responsible for compliance with Company rules, regulations, and safety practices.
• Must practice safety awareness (JSA, LOTO, Certified Safe Member, 5S practices).
• Must actively participate in continuous improvement activities
• Completes quality and safety checks, procedures, and documentation.
• Performs equipment preventative maintenance as directed.

Skills and Abilities:

• Works with a high level of self-direction. Rotates cell assignments according to job rotation schedule.
• This position has a direct impact to the quality of product produced.
• Duties may involve a higher cost impact to the organization such as higher scrap exposure or higher probability of quality errors.
• May be required to train and direct others as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot.
• Machine Tech level is determined by machine points achieved as outlined in the machine tech certification criteria.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• At least 1 year experience in a manufacturing position.
• Ability to travel for training as needed. Travel will be paid for.
• Proficient in basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, decimals), reading and writing.
• Demonstrated participation in rapid continuous improvement.
• Is blue print certified with usage of measuring tools, calibers.
• Proven mechanical aptitude.
• Previous experience with operating a variety of manufacturing machines preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)