Press Brake Operator

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co; Independence (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3 alternative shift premium

$5 weekend premium

Bonus opportunities

Weekend Shift- 36 hour work week

Growth opportunities

Paid Time Off- starting at 2 weeks per

401K Company Match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

On Demand Pay

Job summary

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co. in Independence, Iowa, is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up and operate forming, bending and punching machines to fabricate parts.

You will analyze work orders and blueprints, adjust dies and gauges, monitor quality with precision measuring tools, and ensure finished parts conform to specifications.

Ideal candidates read and interpret documents, work well in a team, and can perform with minimal supervision in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Operate and use required tools and equipment safely.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specs, safety rules and manuals.
• Calculate figures and formulas related to the work area.

Responsibilities

• Set up fixed and adjustable punching dies and gauges, adjust ram stroke.
• Set up and operate machines to manufacture parts.
• Check parts throughout production with measuring equipment for quality and repeatability.
• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specs using measuring devices.
• Collaborate with engineers, production personnel, and programmers to resolve problems.

Skills

Fluent English

Blueprint reading

Team player

Self-starter

Computer literate

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Position Summary:

The basic function of the Press Brake Operator is to set up and operate forming, bending and punching machines to fabricate parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Analyze work orders, work pieces, and blueprints to determine sequences.
• Set up fixed and adjustable punching dies and gauges, adjust ram stroke.
• Set up and operate machines as required to manufacture parts.
• Check parts throughout production run, using company supplied measuring equipment to monitor quality and repeatability of process
• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications and blueprints by use of appropriate measuring devices
• Accurately fill out work order routers with correct quantity of good parts and scrap parts
• Communicate and confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve any problems that may arise
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Operate and use required tools and equipment safely.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Read and interpret documents such as blueprints, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Calculate figures and formulas that pertain to the work area.
• Self-starter, ability to work with minimal supervision
• Computer literate.
• Flexibility to work inside of a fast-paced environment which may ask for quick change in product being produced.
• Work well in a team environment, demonstrate good communication skills, and maintain a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Education and/or Experience:

• Record of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Six months to one- year related experience and/or training or education.
• Preferred: Two-year degree and/or equivalent experience.

Physical Demands Include:

• Sitting, standing, and walking.
• Use of fingers, hands and arms to handle, grip, and grasp objects, controls, parts, tools and to operate required equipment; and reach, push and pull with hands and arms.
• Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Being able to see (20/25 vision with or without glasses) and hear (with mechanical assistance if necessary) sufficient to understand and comprehend individual one-on-one conversations.

Work Environment:

This person will work in a manufacturing environment which is temperature controlled. The person will be working near moving mechanical parts. This setting involves manufacturing equipment with others working in close proximity.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

PPE Requirements:

• Safety glasses or side shields
• Gloves (when applicable while using chemicals)
• Steel-toed, or composite-toed shoes/boots

Why Geater?

Maybe you want a change. Maybe you want more of a challenge. Maybe there is uncertainty. Maybe you just want an opportunity. Does any of this sound familiar? If so, Geater has just the opportunity for you!

The challenge... we need motivated and skilled people like you who want to work hard to be part of a team that is proud of what they do... protect the lives of those who protect us.

What do we have to offer?

• $3 alternative shift premium or $5 weekend premium
• Bonus opportunities
• Weekend Shift- 36 hour work week
• Growth opportunities
• Paid Time Off- starting at a rate of 2 weeks per year!
• 401K Company Match
• Profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• On Demand Pay - Get paid for hours worked before your next payday!