Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up, operate, and perform basic programming of a press brake while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The role includes equipment changeovers, first-piece inspections, and data documentation.

The candidate will assist with training, help resolve production issues, and participate in preventative maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly. This is an on-site position requiring attention to detail and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read and understand written instructions.
• Basic math for measurements and calculations.
• Knowledge of using measuring devices.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
• Ability to read and understand work orders.
• Must pass physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Demonstrated reliable work history.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare production equipment for operation by setting up and adjusting as needed.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure quality and document data.
• Assist in training others on procedures and best practices.
• Operate the press brake, solve basic process problems, and report findings to supervision.
• Maintain production and material flow by following policies and documenting status.
• Support preventative maintenance activities and report needed changes.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment following rules and procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and adapt to assignments.
• Perform other duties to support production objectives.

Skills

Instruction Following

Reading & Comprehension

Basic Math

Measuring Devices

Computer Skills

Work Orders

Reliability

Attention to Detail

Physical Fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Processes quality products safely and efficiently by setting up, operating and performing simple programming of a press brake.

Job 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

Qualifications

• Instruction Following: Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively
• Reading and Comprehension: Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions
• Basic Math: Ability to understand and use basic math for measurements and calculations
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Measuring Devices: Knowledge of using measuring devices
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
• Work Orders: Ability to read and understand work orders
• Physical Examination: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks