Machine Operator

Cook & Boardman, LLC; Cumberland, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook & Boardman, LLC is seeking a fabrication operator to assemble hollow metal frame parts using press brakes, shears, punch presses and spot welds. The role requires reading measurements accurately and maintaining high quality, with attention to safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate will have experience in metal forming, parts layout, and the ability to work independently to meet production deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be detail oriented and able to read measurements accurately.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills required.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble/fabricate hollow metal frame parts using press brake, shears, punch press and/or spot weld machines.
• Start and stop equipment; load/unload materials and feed items into equipment.
• Ensure conformance to specifications and report quality issues.
• Perform in-process inspections and maintain safety and efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Deadline orientation

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Job description

This position is responsible for bending, cutting specific sheet metal material for the assembly of hollow metal frames with the use of press brake, shears, and punch press and/or spot weld machines. Accuracy and fabrication are very important as most of the work involves modifications including such items as preparing for locksets, hinges, glass kits, access control devices and other such products.

Essential Functions

• Assembly/fabrication of hollow metal frame parts by operation of press brake, shears, punch press and/or spot weld machines
• Start and stop equipment
• Load and unload materials from machines, carts, and dollies
• Feed or place items into equipment for processing
• Ensure conformance to specifications
• Recognize and report quality issues to your supervisor
• Frequent work saw cutting, grinding and sanding related materials
• Must maintain a high level of accuracy, efficiency and safety while ensuring quality standards by way of in-process inspections

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience operating press brake, shears, punch press and/or spot weld machines preferred
• Experience in metal forming and parts layout preferred
• Basic construction knowledge with specific experience related to hollow metal and commercial hardware applications strongly preferred
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read a tape measure, calipers and other tools
• Detail oriented
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Good communication skills required
• Ability to work independently, efficiently and meet deadlines

Physical Demands

Spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands and reaching. Spends approximately 1/3 of time walking and talking/hearing. Frequent lifting required of items 25-50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

Conditions will include proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery and using various tools and hardware. Worker is subject to frequent heavy lifting.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.