Press Brake Operator – Nights

Mack Hils, Inc.; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mack Hils, Inc. in Missouri is seeking a press brake operator to load dies, program the machine to bend parts, and verify bend dimensions using calipers and measuring tools. You’ll work with safety procedures and maintain machine readiness after each run.

The role requires reading blueprints and job packets, operating a forklift, and ensuring cleanliness and quality in the department. Overtime may be required to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Operate computer.
• Read and interpret safety rules, MSDS, blueprints, maintenance instructions, and job packets.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate a Forklift.

Responsibilities

• Receive job packets for production part orders.
• Load/unload dies for the required job and part.
• Program machine to perform correct bending operation on produced parts.
• Continually check bend dimensions according to print with measuring tools per quality.
• Stack finished part on skids and/or in boxes to ready for next operation.
• Move finished part to next area of production.
• Shut down machine using proper safety procedures.
• Maintain machines after each production run.
• Ensure shop cleanliness in each department area.

Skills

Adaptability

Attendance

Communications

Cooperation

Job Knowledge

Quality

Quantity

Safety & Security

Job description

Summary

Receives production parts, loads Press Brake with correct die, and programs Press Brake Machine (s) to bend parts. Requires knowledge of programming modes and maintenance of Press Brake machine. Knowledge and use of calipers, measuring tape, grinder, and forklift is also a requirement.

Essential Functions

This list may include but not limited to and is subject to change based on role.

• Receive job packets for production part orders.
• Load/unload dies for the required job and part.
• Program machine to perform correct bending operation on produced parts.
• Continually check bend dimensions according to print with measuring tools per quality.
• Stack finished part on skids and/or in boxes to ready for next operation.
• Move finished part to next area of production.
• Shut down machine using proper safety procedures.
• Maintain machines after each production run.
• Ensure shop cleanliness in each department area.

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• Ability to operate computer
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, MSDS Sheets, blueprints, maintenance instructions, and job packets/procedures.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate a Forklift.

General Skill Requirements

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in work environment; Accepts criticism and feedback; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and unscheduled overtime.
• Attendance and Punctuality – Begin work on time; keep absences within guidelines.
• Communications – Exhibit good listening and comprehension; keep co-workers informed; use appropriate communication methods.
• Cooperation – Maintain effective relations; display a positive outlook and pleasant manner; support and assist co-workers.
• Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibit ability to learn and apply new skills; requires minimal supervision.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence and ways to improve and promote quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner.
• Safety & Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Use equipment and materials properly; reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Environmental Factors

• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles and hazardous chemicals
• Regularly works near moving mechanical equipment
• Awareness and use of safety precautions such a safety glasses, ear protection and shield, guards, lockout/tagout procedures

Physical Demands

• Required to stand, walk, use hands and arms to operate equipment
• Talk and hear
• Perform motions including bending, twisting, pushing and pulling
• Regularly required to lift, push or pull weight and/or carry objects weighing 5-60 pounds.