LASER / PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR

Patz Corporation; Town of Pound (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Patz Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced shop floor operator to set up and run FMS laser cutting and a range of fabrication equipment. The candidate will produce first pieces, measure against specifications, and ensure parts meet print requirements.

You will also train peers, review drawings for sequence, monitor material specs, and maintain a safe, organized work area on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Review dispatch report and determine operating schedule for FMS Laser Cutting System.
• Set up and operate FMS Laser Cutting equipment with adjustments, cleaning and calibrations for efficient laser cutting operations.
• Produce first piece and inspect dimensions using a variety of measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, protractors, squares and tape measures.
• Set up and operate a variety of fabricating machines such as shears, press brakes, rollers, pipe bending, punch presses and stamping equipment.
• Instruct other operators in setup and proper operation of equipment as required.
• Study drawings and operation sheets to determine sequence, material gauge and type, and required dies and forming devices.
• Use safety guards and coordinate with Material Handler to ensure proper material provisioning.
• Operate overhead hoists and inspect? safety devices; assist maintenance with blade changes, grinding and deburring.
• Notify supervisor of variances and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust FMS Laser Cutting System to produce first piece per print.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines and verify dimensions.
• Instruct other operators on setup and operation of equipment.
• Study drawings to determine proper sequence and material requirements.
• Inspect finished parts for conformance and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Laser cutting

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Measuring with calipers

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Grinding & deburring

Overhead hoist operation

Maintenance liaison

Tools

FMS Laser Cutting System

CNC machines

Shears

Press brakes

Rollers

Punch presses

Stamping equipment

Grinders

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Measuring tapes

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Review dispatch report and determine the proper operating schedule for FMS Laser Cutting System. Set up and operate FMS Laser Cutting equipment. Make all required adjustments, cleaning and calibrations for efficient laser cutting operations. Produce first piece and inspect for proper dimensions using a variety of measuring tools including tape measures, veneer calipers, protractors, squares and micrometers. Set up and operate a variety of fabricating machines, which include shears, press brakes, rollers, pipe bending equipment, punch presses, stamping equipment, which may include coil feeding equipment to produce a variety of parts. As required, instruct other operators in the set-up and proper operation of equipment. Study drawing and operation sheets provided to determine proper sequence of operations, check material for proper gauge and type, obtain proper dies, unipunches and other cutting and forming devices, use safety guards and work with Steel Stores Attendant or Material Handler to ensure provision of proper material. Produce first piece and check for proper dimensions using a variety of measuring instruments, such as steel rule, square, protractor, veneer calipers, micrometers, etc. Responsible for making parts per print specifications. Operate and inspect overhead hoists and sheet lifting devices. Assist maintenance in the changing and adjusting of shear blades as required. Using a variety of grinding equipment perform grinding and deburring operations. Separate drop-off as required, and stack completed pieces on pallet or other container for movement to succeeding operation. Notify supervisor or coordinator of variances from required amount. Check machine for proper operation, lubricate as instructed, and report any malfunctions to supervisor or coordinator. Observe all Corporate and departmental safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

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