Press Brake Operator- 2nd Shift

Star Mfg Co; Tennessee; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Mfg Co is seeking a Brake Press Operator to set up and operate brake press machines and ensure parts meet specifications. The role requires reading blueprints, adjusting settings, and maintaining quality through inspection and calibration.

You will collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines while keeping a clean, safe work area. Ideal candidates have prior brake press experience, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating brake press machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints and job orders.
• Attention to detail and accuracy with measurements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate brake press machines to produce parts according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job orders to determine machine settings.
• Adjust machine settings to ensure accuracy and quality of parts.
• Inspect parts to ensure quality standards.
• Troubleshoot issues with the machine and perform maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with team to meet production deadlines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Use measuring, locating, and testing tools.
• Maximize throughput while minimizing scrap and material losses.
• Cross-train in other areas when necessary to meet changing customer demand.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Brake press

Job description

Description

• Set up and operate brake press machines to produce parts according to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job orders to determine appropriate machine settings
• Adjust machine settings to ensure accuracy and quality of parts
• Inspect parts to ensure they meet quality standards
• Troubleshoot issues with the machine and perform regular maintenance as needed
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure production deadlines are met
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Use various measuring, locating, and testing tools
• Maximize throughput while minimizing scrap and material losses
• Willing to cross-train in other areas when necessary to meet changing customer demand
• Follow all safety procedures, support a culture of a safe and healthy workplace
• Maintain proper housekeeping of work center

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Brake Press Operator
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders
• Knowledge of brake press machine operations and maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with measurements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes