Laser/Press brake operator

Lindsay Corporation; Lindsay (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindsay Corporation in Lindsay, Nebraska, is seeking a Fabricator to set up production areas by reading sketches and designs for daily parts. The role involves operating CNC machines such as saws, brakes, and panel/angle masters, and adjusting programs as needed to produce metal components.

Applicants should read blueprints, compute dimensions, maintain machinery, and revise programs to avoid errors. Safety rules must be followed; overtime and weekend work may be required to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• Generally read and interpret blueprints or sketches to determine part configuration.
• Compute dimensions, radii, and sequences of operations for machining parts.
• Maintain and adjust production machinery, perform routine cleaning and lubrication.
• Revise machining programs to correct errors and adhere to safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Set up production area from sketches and designs for daily parts.
• Operate CNC machines and related equipment (saws, brakes, panel/angle masters).
• Analyze drawings to determine shape, size, and sequence of operations.
• Maintain equipment and report hazards or safety issues.
• Work overtime/weekends as required to meet customer needs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematics (basic)

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Saws

Brakes

Panel masters

Angle masters

Calipers

Job description

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Lindsay has become a global force of innovation in a variety of segments:

• Helping farmers feed the world and conserve precious resources.
• Assisting metropolitan regions so they can keep burgeoning populations moving freely and safely.
• Assisting businesses thrive with better industrial connectivity solutions, as every product and service we provide is an opportunity to expand out world’s potential.

What was once a small operation in Lindsay, Nebraska, has grown into a worldwide force in both irrigation and infrastructure. At Lindsay, we are innovating and expanding our world’s potential by providing advanced irrigation, infrastructure and industrial technology solutions that benefits everyone.

Global growth comes with unique challenges and exciting promise and, for us, every day at Lindsay is a chance to turn issues into opportunities that make a real difference.

Position Summary:

A Fabricator will set up his/her production area by reading the sketches and designs to determine the configuration of the parts that are being made that day. Modifying or creating programs as needed. Operating CNC machines such as saws, brakes, panel masters and/or angle masters and other machinery that punch, cut, shape, bend or plasma cut different kinds of metal.

• Analyzes drawings, sketches and design data of part to determine dimension and configuration.
• Computes angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures and outlines sequence of operations required to machine part.
• Maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment by cleaning, lubricating and adjusting parts.
• Revises program to eliminate instruction error or omissions.Must follow all safety rules and regulations, including the reporting of any hazards, violations, or injuries to your Team Leader no matter how minor.

• Must operate safety equipment and help provide a safe working environment by maintaining good
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required by the Team Leader and to meet our customer needs.

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to add and subtract using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Read a tape measure both in metric and standard.
• Must be able to use calipers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, preferred.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (metguard boots, protective eyewear, hard hats, gloves, ear plugs, etc.)

Both Spanish and English-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits of working at Lindsay Corporation:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance beginning the first of the month following your start date.
• Company paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability effective first of the month following start date.
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Long Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans available.
• 401(k) retirement plan – company match $0.50 on the dollar up to 6%, five-year vesting.
• Accrued PTO up to 15 days per year. Accrual begins on first day of employment.
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness reimbursement
• Tuition assistance
• Paid Parental Leave after 1 year of service.
• Employee Assistance Programs

Lindsay Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States in a full-time basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Lindsay Corporation does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies. Lindsay Corporation will not pay a fee to a recruiter or agency that does not have a signed vendor agreement with Lindsay Corporation. Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of Lindsay Corporation without having a vendor agreement in place will be considered property of Lindsay Corporation. Lindsay Corporation will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Nearest Major Market: Lincoln
Job Segment: CNC, Fabrication, Equipment Operator, Manufacturing