Press Brake Operator 2nd Shift

FactoryFix; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FactoryFix in Putnam, CT seeks an experienced press brake operator to daily set up and run hydraulic CNC controlled brakes. You will support machining operations, create and adjust CNC programs, and ensure products meet quality requirements.

Responsibilities include meeting delivery dates, maintaining equipment and tooling, and communicating issues to supervision. 5+ years of manufacturing experience and blueprint literacy are required; valid driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and disciplined processes; willingness to analyze and improve workflows.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid background in fabrication and metal forming, especially hydraulic press operations.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes and basic setup for hydraulic press and/or punching.
• Ability to use inspection gauges and basic measurements.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.
• Familiarity with Amada NT and NC9 programming.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hydraulic CNC press brakes and related production equipment.
• Perform setup and quality checks in line with drawings, specifications, and travelers.
• Create, edit, or retrieve CNC programs and execute production plans.
• Manufacture parts that meet quality requirements and specifications.
• Inspect and verify work prior to submission for inspection.
• Meet delivery dates and customer requirements.
• Maintain clean work area and proper fluid levels; manage fixtures and tooling.
• Document progress and communicate issues to supervision.
• Identify setup reduction and Lean opportunities and escalate as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Continuous improvement

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Fabrication background

Hydraulic press knowledge

Amada NT & NC9 programming

Inspection gauges

Basic computer knowledge

Tools

Amada NT

NC9 programming

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the daily setup and operation of hydraulic CNC controlled press brakes. This position may be required to perform other operations on production machines as required.

REPORTS TO

Manufacturing Manager

FLSA CLASSIFICATION

Non Exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform Press Break Operations:
• Conduct all set-up and quality operations in support of machining for self and others.

Set-up and operate machines in accordance with travelers and any other required paperwork (i.e. drawings, specifications, etc.)

• Create, edit and/or retrieve CNC programs from system files and execute
• Manufacture product that meets quality requirements.

Inspect and verify work prior to submitting for inspection.

• Meet time and schedule standards for assigned task
• Keep equipment clean and maintain proper fluid levels
• Return all fixtures and tooling upon job completion
• Account for time and work completed via computer access E2 management system
• Keep equipment clean and maintain proper operating standards
• Return all fixtures and tooling upon job completion
• Advise supervision of issues that arise
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance
• Identify set-up reduction opportunities and Lean process opportunities and communicate to proper 6s team lead

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assume other responsibilities as required

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE PARAMETERS

• Meet the required delivery dates for all assigned jobs
• Meet customer delivery requirements
• Meet quality requirements of all assigned processes
• Conduct all operations in a safe manner

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Ability to read & understand blueprints and technical documents commensurate with machine operation
• A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes and a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture
• Organizational and time management skills
• Self starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize work day/projects independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic set up
• Ability to use various inspection gages
• Basic computer knowledge
• Firm understanding of Amada NT & NC9 programing

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED

Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE REQUIRED

Valid Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.*
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.*

You should be proficient in:

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Deburring Experience
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Shop Math Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you’ll use:

• Press Brake

ID:yUx7fb Ref #: 361150