Press Brake Operator - 230 Ton Press

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

RC Industries seeks an experienced press brake operator to set up, program, and safely operate the press brake to form parts to print in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires 2+ years using small to mid-sized tools, reading blueprints, and performing in-process quality checks. High school diploma or GED is required, with PPE adherence and Lean practices valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years using small to mid-sized tools and computing measurements; quality experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program and safely operate the Press Brake to form parts to print.
• Perform in-process checks and report defects to Front-Line Leader.
• Program new parts and update existing parts for better efficiency.
• Maintain 5S and timely labor reporting.
• Wear PPE and follow safety rules at all times.

Skills

Basic math & counting

Read blueprints

Measuring tools

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Micrometers

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Legal Address - Elkhart, IN 46516Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $18.50 - $20.50 HourlyJob Category: Manufacturing

Overall Purpose: Why the Job Exists & What You Will Do:

To set up, program and safely operate the Press Brakes to form parts to print.

Essential Job Functions & Expected Outcomes: Your Accountabilities in the Role

• Maintaining High Quality and Efficiency (90% of the job)
• Set up, program and safely operate the Press Brake to form parts to print in a timely fashion to meet schedule goals set by RC
• Use sequence list to ensure items are moving according to schedules and on-time delivery measures are met as set by Shop Floor Mobile.
• Uphold RC Industries quality model by conducting all in-process checks as well as report any defects to your Front-Line Leader
• Program new parts and update existing parts for better efficiency.
• Let FLL know of the need for tooling.
• Ensure 5s assignments are complete
• Timely labor reporting for jobs completed in Shop Floor Mobile.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and abide by safety rules at all times

Mentoring & Training (5% of the job)

• Use strengths and skills to mentor and train others in meeting and exceeding delivery dates and customer expectations.
• Supports leaders and other team areas as needed to meet overall team goals.
• Participate in incident investigations as needed.

Other Areas of Responsibility (5% of the job)

• Attend safety meetings as needed.
• Follow RCII’s policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Participate in lean manufacturing activities.

The job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities and activities, which may change or be assigned at any item with or without notice.

Core Values that Apply to All Positions:

Dedication to Quality Lifelong Learner

Provide Relentless Support Customers are why we exist

On-Time Delivery Lead by example

Equipment Used:

This role routinely uses assembly equipment, various machinery, hand tools, computers, calculators, and other quality control devices.

Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Functions:

• Ability to stand or walk on concrete surfaces seven plus hours per day.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate hand assembly devices, machinery and other equipment or tools in a safe way for seven plus hours per day.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and lift up to 50-75 pounds independently to move product on a regular basis.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and lift over 75 pounds as part of a team lift or using a lifting device.
• Ability to review procedures, do basic math and measurement computations as well as visually compare product to quality specifications

Environmental Conditions & Travel:

The employee is primarily exposed to a manufacturing environment with moderate noise. The employee is occasionally required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment while visiting manufacturing departments. The manufacturing warehouse has heat; however, temperature fluctuates throughout the day. Various machinery, equipment and forklifts are used in the manufacturing areas. Employees should use extreme caution, follow all safety procedures, and wear all required PPE to ensure safety for themselves and others

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Education: A high school diploma or GED
• Experience: 2 or more years’ experience using small to mid-sized tools and computing measurements; experience in quality a plus
• Certification(s): n/a

Functional Skills:

• Basic math and counting skills (skills assessment).
• Use of measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Able to read, understand and follow work instructions.
• Able to read and understand blueprints.
• Able to work using small hand tools at a good speed.
• Able to be flexible and move from job to job as priorities change.
• Ability to use overhead cranes and lifting devices.

Technology Aptitude/Skills

Ability to use computers to review procedures and enter data

Language Skills:

Able to read/write/speak English fluently and is able to fill out all required forms and paperwork needed for the position; communicates in a positive way

Leadership/Behaviors:

Self-directed, highly-motivated, and ability to be a team player; provide mentoring and training to support the team and reach departmental goals

Culture Match Behaviors:

Respectful of others, goal and customer-focused; ability to stay focused on quality as well as being efficient to produce a high level of output on the job; embraces RC Industries values, expectations, and ideas