Press Brake Operator - 1st Shift, Quality & Setup

Kloeckner Metals Corporation; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in Lancaster, SC is seeking a Press Brake Operator for 1st shift. This full-time, on-site role starts at $27 per hour and involves setting up, operating, and simple programming of a press brake to produce quality parts safely and efficiently.

You will prepare equipment, perform first-piece and in-process inspections, train others, and report production data. The position requires reading instructions, basic math, attention to detail, and reliable work history to

Qualifications

• Instruction following ability and clear communication.
• Reading and comprehension of written instructions required.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience using measuring devices.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
• Ability to read and understand work orders.
• Pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Demonstrated reliable work history.
• Detail-oriented with precision and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Preparation: Prepare production equipment for operation by making necessary setup adjustments and assisting with equipment changeovers.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain quality standards and customer specifications by conducting first-piece and in-process inspections, completing production control charts, analyzing data, and making equipment adjustments as needed
• Training: Assist in training others for production job responsibilities by demonstrating operational procedures and best practices.
• Machine Operation: Solve production process problems, make equipment adjustments, and report production and quality data. Communicate decisions made and refer questions to the supervisor as necessary
• Operational Maintenance: Follow policies and procedures to maintain production operations, including managing equipment, raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. Report needed changes
• Preventative Maintenance: Ensure the proper operation of equipment by adhering to preventative maintenance policies and procedures. Report needed changes and repairs
• Safety and Cleanliness: Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Team Collaboration: Contribute to the team effort by achieving related results, cooperating with team members, and accepting re-assignments as directed by supervisors
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to support production goals and team objectives

Skills

Instruction Following

Reading Comprehension

Basic Math

Computer Skills

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Measuring Devices

Job description

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in Lancaster, SC is seeking a Press Brake Operator for 1st shift. This full-time, on-site role starts at $27 per hour and involves setting up, operating, and simple programming of a press brake to produce quality parts safely and efficiently.

You will prepare equipment, perform first-piece and in-process inspections, train others, and report production data. The position requires reading instructions, basic math, attention to detail, and reliable work history to