Press Brake ($25hr Cranston,RI) (JN -082026-429819) Cranston, Rhode Island
Salary: USD25 - USD25 per year
PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR
Cranston, RI
Schedule: Mon-Fri 6:00am-2:30pm
$25/hr
The Press Brake Operator will be responsible for the daily setup and operation of hydraulic CNC-controlled press brakes (Accurpress) independently. The ideal candidate will use all available resources to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner and should be flexible, as working hours may occasionally extend beyond regular business hours.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Set up and operate a hydraulic press or punch for routine, established work.
- Select correct tooling for job tasks using setup documents with minimal supervision.
- Load, install, and correctly set up required tools with minimal assistance.
- Perform assigned work within time standards and quality expectations.
- Accurately track time and work completed using an online data collection system.
- Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
- Make routine decisions and use problem-solving skills to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance when needed.
- Report and document material, production, and quality control issues.
- Maintain performance logbooks for assigned equipment and report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
- Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
- Measure dimensions and compare them to drawing specifications; must be able to pass a basic mathematics test.
- Follow all safety procedures and regulations.
- Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
- Assist in other fabrication department tasks as needed, including shear and punching operations.
- Perform a wide range of physical activities such as pulling, reaching, bending, climbing, balancing, and kneeling.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Stand for long periods of time.
Qualifications
- Strong background in tool/die work, metal press forming, and fabrication.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with fabrication, hydraulic presses, and/or punch operations (Accurpress Brake setup and operation strongly desired).
- Proficiency in dimensional measuring and the use of precision measurement tools.
- Competency in shop math.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
- Familiarity with metal forming constraints (with guidance).
- Forklift operation experience.
- Types of Press Brake Dies Used:
- V-dies – Common for handling various materials and bend angles.
- 90-degree dies – Typically used for bottoming operations.
- Gooseneck (return-flanging) dies – Designed for clearance of pre-formed flanges.
- Offset dies – Used for forming Z-shaped bends in one stroke.
- Additional Requirements:
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, custom manufacturing environment.
- Strong work ethic with keen attention to detail.
- Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.