Press Brake Operator

USA Dutch, Inc.; Graham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Dutch, Inc. is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up and operate press brakes to form parts from a variety of metals, reading blueprints and tolerances.

You will load tooling, inspect parts, follow schedules and control plans, maintain housekeeping, and adhere to safety practices; 1+ year related manufacturing experience and Trumpf setup preferred.

Qualifications

• Dimensional measuring, shop math competence and basic computer skills (Required).
• Capable of using calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools (Required).
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/engineering drawings (Required).
• Effective communication skills to discuss and understand work procedures, training, general direction and other issues with coworkers and supervisor (Required).
• High school diploma or GED (Required).
• Minimum one year manufacturing experience or education experience directly related to press brake operation (Required).
• 2+ years setup and operating experience, preferably with Trumpf equipment (Preferred).
• Previous metal fabrication background (Strongly Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Select, load, install correct tooling; determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces
• Perform quality inspections of parts to produce products that exceed customer’s expectations
• Work from live schedule, verbal and written instruction, bills of material, routing, samples, blue prints and control plans
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area and stage completed product on skids
• Act responsibly to follow safe operating practices
• Performing other workrelated duties as assigned
• Complete and demonstrate proficiency on all 30, 60, 90 and 180 day training requirements for the position.
• Dimensional measuring, shop math competence and basic computer skills (Required)
• Capable of using calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools (Required)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/engineering drawings (Required)
• Effective communication skills to discuss and understand work procedures, training, general direction and other issues with coworkers and supervisor (Required)
• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Minimum one year manufacturing experience or education experience directly related to press brake operation (Required)
• 2+ years setup and operating experience, preferably with Trumpf equipment (Preferred)
• Previous metal fabrication background (Strongly Preferred)

Skills

Dimensional measuring

Shop math

Basic computer skills

Calipers & micrometers

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Manufacturing experience

Trumpf equipment setup

Metal fabrication background

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates press brakes to form parts using a variety of metals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Select, load, install correct tooling; determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces
• Perform quality inspections of parts to produce products that exceed customer’s expectations
• Work from live schedule, verbal and written instruction, bills of material, routing, samples, blue prints and control plans
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area and stage completed product on skids
• Act responsibly to follow safe operating practices
• Performing other workrelated duties as assigned
• Complete and demonstrate proficiency on all 30, 60, 90 and 180 day training requirements for the position.
  
• Dimensional measuring, shop math competence and basic computer skills (Required)
• Capable of using calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools (Required)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/engineering drawings (Required)
• Effective communication skills to discuss and understand work procedures, training, general direction and other issues with coworkers and supervisor (Required)
• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Minimum one year manufacturing experience or education experience directly related to press brake operation (Required)
• 2+ years setup and operating experience, preferably with Trumpf equipment (Preferred)
• Previous metal fabrication background (Strongly Preferred)

Position Summary

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates press brakes to form parts using a variety of metals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Select, load, install correct tooling; determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces
• Perform quality inspections of parts to produce products that exceed customer’s expectations
• Work from live schedule, verbal and written instruction, bills of material, routing, samples, blue prints and control plans
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area and stage completed product on skids
• Act responsibly to follow safe operating practices
• Performing other workrelated duties as assigned
• Complete and demonstrate proficiency on all 30, 60, 90 and 180 day training requirements for the position.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Dimensional measuring, shop math competence and basic computer skills (Required)
• Capable of using calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools (Required)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/engineering drawings (Required)
• Effective communication skills to discuss and understand work procedures, training, general direction and other issues with coworkers and supervisor (Required)
• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Minimum one year manufacturing experience or education experience directly related to press brake operation (Required)
• 2+ years setup and operating experience, preferably with Trumpf equipment (Preferred)Previous metal fabrication background (Strongly Preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers and feet to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand for long periods and occasionally walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to plant environment to include moving mechanical parts, or airborne particles. Safety Glasses and Steel-toe shoes must be worn at all times. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.