Press Brake Operator

Hillphoenix; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Press Brake Operator in Conyers, GA to support set-up, calibration and operation of brake presses in production. You will inspect parts, verify tolerances and troubleshoot machine issues to ensure quality output.

The role requires 3–5 years of CNC press brake experience, ability to read blueprints, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Join a team focused on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years CNC press brake experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read engineering blueprints and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and operate brake presses.
• Attention to quality and tolerances per work orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple brake presses and perform a variety of operations.
• Power up, run, feed, and power down equipment.
• Measure product dimensions and inspect finished parts.
• Perform first piece inspections to verify tolerances.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work area.
• Assist with material handling using pallet jack or forklift when needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Brake press operation

Understanding bend allowances

Quality inspection

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title: Press Brake Operator

Location: Conyers, GA

Summary: The Press Brake Operator will provide support for the press brake operation. Responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. Works from verbal or written instructions, diagrams, or models. Inspects machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools. Determines and corrects more complex machine malfunctions. Performs routine maintenance and cleaning.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Operate multiple brake presses and perform a variety of operations associated with safe and quality production.
• Responsible for powering up, running, feeding, and powering down the applicable equipment.
• Measures product dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation and performs quality inspection of finished product as required by work order.
• May perform first piece inspection to confirm tolerances and dimensions are within specifications.
• Perform general clean-up duties of the equipment and surrounding areas.
• May perform basic material handling duties with the use of manual pallet jack and/or forklift to move material and stage materials.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Reads and understands standard and metric clue prints.
• Calculates bend allowances for various material types and thicknesses.
• Able to stand, reach, bend, twist, sit, and lift up to 50lbs routinely.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read engineering blueprints.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Select the proper punch and die tooling
• Sets up, adjusts, and operates Brake Press to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of work, including prototype jobs and new parts.
• Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of CNC press brake experience.
• High School diploma or GED

What are the preferred qualifications?

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

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Winning Through Customers
• Respects and Values People
• Expectations for Results
• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.