Press Brake Operator

Henny Penny; Eaton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Henny Penny in Eaton, OH is hiring an Entry Press Brake Operator to set up tooling, program and operate Cincinnati or Amada hydraulic press brakes for production. You will read drawings, select tooling, and ensure parts are produced to spec.

Candidates should have 1-3 years press brake experience, basic math, and familiarity with Kanban, JDE, BOM viewer. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a People First culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of press brake operating experience.
• Read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Understand manufacturing processes such as Kanban, JDE, BOM viewer, etc.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate a Cincinnati or Amada hydraulic press brake.
• Work knowledge of tooling in department assigned.
• Interpret the Fab to Order and run parts in a timely manner.
• Write and setup programs for one and two bend jobs.
• Identify material types and dispose scrap as set by QA.
• Use JDE functions like Kanban cards and history.
• Maintain Drawings, Non-Cad Process Sheets, Fab to Order and Operating Instructions.
• Maintain safety and a clean work environment.
• Complete work within expected time with excellent quality.
• Model team behaviors and Henny Penny core values.

Skills

Press brake operation

Reading drawings

Basic math

Kanban

JDE ERP

BOM Viewer

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Cincinnati press brake

Amada hydraulic press brake

JDE ERP

BOM Viewer

Job description

Do you want to work for a global company that creates remarkable experiences through people, products, and food? If you want to be part of a rewarding People First culture that values relationships, trust, and taking the long view, then this is the place for you. Henny Penny was named the 2021 Dayton Business of the Year for many good reasons. Read on to learn more!General DescriptionThe Entry Press Brake Operator role is responsible for independently setting up tooling to bend and form various types of metal to standard for production line use.What You'll Be Doing:Responsible for programming and operating a Cincinnati or Amada (down acting) hydraulic press brake.Working knowledge of tooling in department assigned.Interprets the Fab to Order and run parts in a timely manner.Ability to write and setup programs for one and two bend jobs.Identifies material types and practice proper disposal of scrap as set by QA.Understands how to correctly use the following functions within JDE programing (i.e. sending Kanban cards, tracking Kanban card status and history.)Utilizes and maintains of Drawings, Non-Cad Process Sheets, Fab to Order and Operating Instructions.Demonstrates consistency in practicing all safety procedures.Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment.Completes all required work within expected time requirements with excellent quality.Models Team Member Expected Behaviors and Henny Penny core valuesWhat We're Looking For:High school diploma/GED or equivalent experienceMust be at least 18 years of age1- 3 years of press brake operating experienceAbility to frequently move objects up to 100 lbs.Completed the HP Press Brake Class or has previous Press Brake experience.Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.Knowledge of basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)Ability to understand manufacturing processes such as Kanban, JDE, BOM viewer, etc. Effective communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memosBasic computer skillsMust be able to successfully pass pre-employment drug screen, background check screen, and motor vehicle screen (if applicable)About UsWe’re known in our industry for making the best commercial food equipment in the world. Every day, millions of people eat in restaurants operating Henny Penny equipment. We’re a behind-the-scenes engine in the world’s most demanding kitchens, including long-term partners like McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, KFC, and Wendy’s. We’re 1,000+ employee-owners who thrive by living a People First mission: to support employees in becoming the best version of themselves both personally and professionally.We recently completed the largest expansion in our history with the addition of 150,000 square feet on our Eaton campus. This expansion drives development of the world’s most reliable, easy-to-use equipment with an innovative new space for global research and development. We have several collaborative spaces for our project teams, a dedicated electrical engineering lab for our hardware and software engineers, a full model shop for rapid prototyping, and a brand-new test lab that has 300 feet of hood space to test new equipment on our product roadmap. On top of that, we have a new state-of-the-art kitchen for our food science group to meet with our customers, understand what they need, and then dial in our equipment to help them make legendary menu items.Henny Penny is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), marital status, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.