Press Brake Operator

Unified Staffing & Recruiting – C; Penn Hills (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 35.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Unified Staffing & Recruiting – C is seeking a mechanically inclined individual to prepare products for shipment and assist in sheet metal fabrication. You will set up equipment, operate CNC punch presses, hydraulic brakes, and metal shears, and verify parts meet specifications.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, assembling components, inspecting quality, and packaging finished goods. The role involves lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, and adhering to safety guidelines throughout the day.

Qualifikationen

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn fabrication processes.
• Able to read blueprints, work orders, and shop drawings.
• Proficient with measurement tools (tape measures, calipers, squares).
• Basic math including fractional and decimal measurements.

Aufgaben

• Set up and run sheet metal fabrication equipment including CNC punch presses and press brakes.
• Handle basic machine setups, tooling changes, and adjustments.
• Use blueprints and shop drawings to produce parts meeting specifications.
• Check finished parts for dimensions and quality with measuring tools.
• Pack finished goods for shipment and maintain records for receiving and shipping.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Tools

CNC punch press

Hydraulic press brake

Metal shear

Calipers

Tape measures

Forklift

Jobbeschreibung

Position OverviewThis role combines preparing products for shipment with helping fabricate sheet metal components. Daily work includes assembling products, running sheet metal fabrication equipment, pulling materials from inventory, and packaging finished goods for shipment. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and detail-oriented, and is committed to doing quality work safely and efficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesFabricationSet up and run sheet metal fabrication equipment, including CNC punch presses, hydraulic press brakes (metal brakes), and metal shears.Handle basic machine setups, tooling changes, and adjustments as needed.Use blueprints, work orders, and shop drawings to produce parts that meet required specifications.Check finished parts for correct dimensions and quality using tape measures, calipers, squares, and other measuring tools.Deburr, clean, and prepare fabricated parts for assembly or shipment.Assembly and QualityAssemble products and components according to work instructions and quality standards.Check products for defects and confirm their quality before packaging.Receiving and InventoryReceive incoming materials and check packing slips for accuracy.Pick materials and products from inventory accurately, based on work orders and customer orders.Keep inventory accurate by reporting shortages, damaged materials, and discrepancies.Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely when authorized.Packaging and ShippingPack products securely with the right packing materials to protect them from damage in transit.Weigh, label, and prepare packages for shipment, and confirm that all shipping information is correct.Keep accurate production, shipping, and receiving records as required.Safety and MaintenanceFollow all company safety procedures, machine operating guidelines, and quality standards.Do routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on machines and work areas.GeneralTake on other production, fabrication, and warehouse duties as assigned.Position involves lifting and moving up to 50 lbs, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling and completion of repetitive tasks throughout the workday, and operation of machinery once trained.Skills and QualificationsMechanical aptitude and the ability to learn fabrication processes.Able to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and shop drawings.Able to use tape measures, calipers, and other measuring tools accurately.Basic math skills, including reading fractional and decimal measurements.Close attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.Good organization, communication, and time management skills.Able to work both independently and as part of a team.Dependable, with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.**Preferred Qualifications **(pay is based on skills and experience - candidates with preferred qualifications may have more opportunity to start at the higher end of the pay range).Previous experience in a sheet metal fabrication, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.Experience running CNC punch presses, hydraulic press brakes (metal brakes), and metal shears.Experience reading blueprints and using precision measuring tools.Familiarity with safe machine operation and preventive machine maintenance.Experience with shipping, receiving, packaging, and inventory control.Forklift certification or previous forklift experience.You should be proficient in:cnc operationfabricationhydraulic press brakemetal fabricationpunch pressmachine operationMachines & technologies you'll use:Punch PressPress BrakeForklifts