Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift

nVent; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent in Warwick, Rhode Island, is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up and operate metal fabrication machines, ensuring quality standards are met. The role includes training other employees and conducting routine maintenance on equipment.

The ideal candidate will have five years of experience in sheet metal fabrication and press brake operation, as well as familiarity with metric blueprint dimensioning.

The position offers comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan with company match, and other valuable employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Five years of previous experience in a sheet metal fabrication facility preferred.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates metal fabrication machines according to specified standards.
• Inspects and checks production to meet requirements.
• Trains other employees on department operations.

Skills

Press brake operation experience

Ability to read and write

Compliance with written instructions

Familiarity with metric blueprint dimensioning

Job description

Job Summary

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates metal fabrication machines (press brakes, saws, shears, brakes, punch/drill presses, etc.) by specified quality and quantity standards. The Press Brake Operator may train other employees on department operations.

Essential Functions

• Reviews shop operations packets and engineering drawings to ensure that incoming material is correct.
• Based on production specifications and/or Group Lead instructions, selects and sets up tools, equipment, and machines to optimize the high-quality flow of work through the work cell and department.
• Inspects and checks production to ensure production output meets requirements.
• Makes machine and tooling adjustments to bring non-conforming output to specifications.
• Informs the Group Lead/Supervisor of any operating or material condition that would interfere with quality/quantity production.
• Performs routine operator maintenance and operational checks on all departmental tools and equipment, including tool sharpening, machine oiling, fluid replacement, pressure checks, safety switch functioning, etc.
• Segregates and periodically disposes of scrap material into approved collection containers.
• Performs all work following established acceptable quality standards.
• Safely performs all work, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Operates material handling equipment when moving materials into, around, or out of the work cell.
• Lifts and/or moves up to and including 75 lbs.
• Standing, walking, bending, crouching, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and climbing are all required motions of the job.
• Trains others in job functions as required.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications / Job Specifications

• Ability to read and write, comply with written instructions, and complete job-related paperwork.
• Five years of previous experience in a sheet metal fabrication facility preferred.
• Familiarity with metric blueprint dimensioning is preferred.
• Press brake operation experience is required for this position.

Benefit Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.