Press Brake / Laser Operator

IE Corp.; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IE Corp. is seeking a Press Brake / Laser Operator for the Centralia, IL facility. In this role, you will be responsible for the setup and operation of hydraulic Press Brake and Laser machines, ensuring quality production and maintaining safety protocols. The job offers a dynamic work environment with various responsibilities, including technical tasks and machine maintenance, in a team-oriented atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays (10)

Medical and Dental Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• High School/GED required with experience in Press Brake operation.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of CNC machine set up and operation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hydraulic Press Brake and Laser.
• Inspect and maintain machinery for optimal performance.
• Follow safety and production standards during operations.

Skills

Hydraulic Press Operation

CNC Programming

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Press Brake

Laser Cutter

Forklift

Overhead Crane

Job description

Description

Intermountain Electronics (IE) delivers dependable and effective critical power and process infrastructure and mission critical systems to virtually every industrial sector in North America. We provide custom-engineered, packaged equipment to industrial markets. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, automating and testing power distribution equipment for OEM, mission critical, oil and gas and mining industries. Reporting directly to the Fabrication Supervisor we are currently seeking a Press Brake / Laser Operator for our Day Shift to be based at our Centralia, IL facility.

Why you will love working at IE

You will love the challenge, interesting and varied work, and endless opportunities, but most importantly you will love working with a team of fun loving, driven, and generous go getters that take deep personal pride in being part of a family that is building the infrastructure that powers the world.

To learn more about our company and our cutting-edge products, visit ie-corp.com.

Job Description

Job Title: Press Brake Operator

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid Holidays (10)
• Medical and Dental Plans
• Teladoc 24/7/365 Access to U.S. Board Certified doctors
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Vision, Life, STD & LTD Insurance
• 401K- Company match up to 6% of base salary.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with available company match up to $2000 based on family size.
• Paid Parental Leave

Position Summary: This position is responsible for the daily setup and operation of hydraulic CNC controlled press brake and a Bescutter Laser. Position may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines or welding as required. This is a cross functional position within the Fabrication Department.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30 - 3:00p

Essential Functions. Other Duties as Assigned

Setup

• Set up and operate a hydraulic Press Brake for fast paced work
• Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance
• Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor
• Program laser jobs in software and on machine.
• Download files from programming computer to the laser machine in order to start specific jobs
• Check machine to ensure it is fully functional prior to starting a laser cutting job
• Inspect the vacuum lift to ensure proper functionality
• Load raw materials on to laser machine
• Adjust offsets on the laser machine to ensure accurate cutting
• Adjust (minimally) laser alignment and focusing
• Constantly monitor machine throughout the job to ensure it is completing the job to specifications.
• Perform first piece and in process inspection by checking dimensions of part per blueprint using calipers and tape measure to ensure both quality and plan specifications are met
• Unload processed panels/parts and part skeleton off worktable after processing
• Positions, aligns, fits, and welds together material pieces to AWS specifications
• Weld using MIG welder and pulse process; weld components in flat, vertical, horizontal or overhead positions.
• Understand layout and plans sequence of operations to maximize efficiency of production in terms of time, quality, quantity, resources, and overall costs
• Review, analyze and understand engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout
• Perform daily maintenance and minor repairs on machine, observing safety standards, and by notifying supervisor when major repairs are needed
• Responsible for quantity and quality of work produced in Laser/Fabrication work area
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product

Production

• Keep work area, including machine surfaces clean and organized at all times
• Prepare and run complex bend set ups and forming operations.
• Complex programming using all features of the Press Brake, such as but not limited to bending at angles, step bends, proper back gauge transfer between steps and delays
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations
• Account for time and work completed via ERP system
• Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Report deficiencies to the maintenance supervisor
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level
• Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes
• Understand various weld form symbols on blueprints and drawings

Tools and Equipment

• Set up and operate Press Brake
• Laser
• Operate, grinders, cutting torch, drills, misc. hand tools
• Use overhead crane, forklift, and hoists, to assist in moving materials/projects
• May operate, grinders, cutting torch, drills, misc. hand tools
• Properly care for and maintain tools in good operating condition; ensure tools and equipment is properly stored at the end of each shift

Other Essential Duties

• Maintains regular and consistent job attendance, comes to work on time
• Follows and complies with IE Core Values
• Follow and comply with IE safety program including following IE’s Cardinal Safety Rules.
• Must maintain a safe and clean work area at all times

Date of Release 7/17/2023 Rev 2

INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRONICS, INC.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Qualifications:

• High School/GED required plus one to one year Press Brake experience in shop/manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education related experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, understand mechanical drawings and specification charts and make direct application to project machine set up and final product.
• Must be able to read and know appropriate welding symbols and apply to fabrication process.
• Must be able to read, and understand production reports related to quality, and quantity.
• Must be able to write NCR’s and comply with safety rules.
• Must be able to establish productive and effective communication ties and relationships with co-workers, supervisors, customers, and staff.
• Ability to calculate and measure distances, heights, tolerances, & square. Must have a full understanding of print reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part. Must be able to accurately follow plan specifications and fabricate product to match such.
• Ability to understand and know company operation costs and production costs and production overrun costs. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to analyze and understand project design, bending documents and specifications and successfully resolve practical problems and they may occur. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of job costing/tracking software.
• Must be able to program, set up CNC Press Brake controls and operational information.
• Must possess valid OSHA forklift – or ability to obtain within one month of employment
• Overhead Crane certification
• Must comply with and follow all IE safety programs, policies and procedures. Must operate and perform job duties in a safe manner.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally move up to 100 pounds. Frequently lift 25-40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; stoop, kneel, crouch.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.
• Must be able to perform frequent heavy lifting and continual bending and standing on a concrete floor.

Work Schedule: Must be able to work a 40-hour work week and additional time as required.

Disclaimer: An offer of employment with Intermountain Electronics is conditional upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Intermountain Electronics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer