Press Brake Operator-1st & 2nd Shift

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in York County, PA, seeks a manufacturing operator to set up and run multiple machines for producing piece parts for shelters. The role emphasizes precision, safety, and adherence to prints and routings.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 0–2 years of experience, basic shop math, blueprint reading, and familiarity with measuring tools. The work is on-site with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 0-2 years experience.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of shop math.
• Basic blueprint reading.
• Fraction and Decimal conversion.
• Ability to read and understand measuring and inspection equipment, tools.

Responsibilities

• Receives instructions from prints and routings.
• Set-up and operate various fabrication shop equipment.
• Perform operations including shearing, punching, forming, drilling, milling, and deburring.
• Assist with fixtures, jigs, and shop aids.
• Produce parts for prototypes and maintenance, and assist with repairs.

Skills

Set-up and run machines

Blueprint reading

Measuring/inspection tools

Safety compliance

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Drill Press

Band Saw

Punch Press

Forklift

5Ton Bridge Crane

Job description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

To set-up, operate or program various types of machines for production of piece parts for shelters to achieve quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.

Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

To set-up, operate or program various types of machines for production of piece parts for shelters to achieve quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Receives instructions both verbally and from detailed prints and routings.
• Will be required to set-up and operate various Fabrication shop equipment to complete assigned tasks including drill press, shears, saws, punch press, radial. drill, de-coiler, band saws, press brake, rollers, tubing/pipe benders, various bench mounted equipment, all types of hand tools, electric powered hand tools, air powered hand tools, hoists, cranes, lift trucks.
• Performs operations that will include shearing, punching, forming, notching, boring, counter boring, tapping, threading, milling, drilling, reaming, counter. sinking, sawing, grinding, cutting, sharpening, chamfering, deburring.
• Assists with and/or constructs fixtures, jigs, tools, shop aids.
• Will produce piece parts & parts for prototypes as well as parts for machine and building maintenance as needed.
• Assists with and/or performs repairs to parts on jigs, fixtures, dies and shop aids.
• Assists with repairs to machines and equipment in Fabrication shop as requested or required by maintenance.
• All levels may perform other functions such as moving parts/material, loading/unloading, sweeping, cleaning, and various other assignments as needed.
• Uses various measuring and inspection tools and equipment for piece part inspection, compliance, accuracy verification.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• May be asked to work outdoors on occasion as well as in other Departments as needed or required by shop workload.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Experience And Skills

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Will be able to set-up and run machines/ processes in Level I. May also be expected to be able to run machines in Level II that have been set-up. Begin training in the Set-up of Level II Machines/ Processes.
• Saws (4): Band Saw, Straight Radial Arm saw, All steel cutting saws
• Shears (1): 4' Edwards
• Bench Equipment (4) : Belt/Disc Sander, Chain Cutter, Hand Notcher, Hinge cutter
• Drill Presses (1): Operate Only
• Punching/Notching (2): Comaca Notching Press, Bliss Punch Press
• Total= 12 Machines/ processes
• Misc.: 5Ton Bridge Crane, Vacuum Lifter, Forklift

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 0-2 years experience.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of shop math.
• Basic blueprint reading.
• Fraction and Decimal conversion.
• Ability to read and understand measuring and inspection equipment, tools.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Shop floor environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate constant noise (i.e.: machine motors).
• Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions.
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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