Press Brake Operator

Star Mfg Co; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Mfg Co in Tennessee is seeking a Brake Press Operator to set up and run brake press machines, read blueprints, and ensure part quality. You will interpret job orders, adjust settings, perform routine maintenance, and collaborate with teammates to maximize throughput.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and meeting production deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The position offers opportunities for cross-training in other areas to meet changing customer demand while maintaining a clean

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a Brake Press Operator.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders.
• Knowledge of brake press machine operations and maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with measurements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate brake press machines to produce parts according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job orders to determine appropriate machine settings.
• Adjust machine settings to ensure accuracy and quality of parts.
• Inspect parts to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoot issues with the machine and perform regular maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure production deadlines are met.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Use various measuring, locating, and testing tools.
• Maximize throughput while minimizing scrap and material losses.
• Willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary to meet changing customer demand.
• Follow all safety procedures, support a culture of a safe and healthy workplace
• Maintain proper housekeeping of work center

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

• Set up and operate brake press machines to produce parts according to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job orders to determine appropriate machine settings
• Adjust machine settings to ensure accuracy and quality of parts
• Inspect parts to ensure they meet quality standards
• Troubleshoot issues with the machine and perform regular maintenance as needed
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure production deadlines are met
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Use various measuring, locating, and testing tools
• Maximize throughput while minimizing scrap and material losses
• Willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary to meet changing customer demand
• Follow all safety procedures, support a culture of a safe and healthy workplace
• Maintain proper housekeeping of work center

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Brake Press Operator
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders
• Knowledge of brake press machine operations and maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with measurements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes