Press Brake Operator

MI-T-M Corporation • Full-time • Peosta, Iowa, United States • $47,667 - $64,033 / year • 1w ago

Internal Applications Deadline: Friday, June 5th

Department: 16 – F1 – Fabrication Labor

Hours: 5:00am – 3:30pm, Monday through Thursday (overtime hours as needed)

Job Summary:

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for operating a press brake machine, including changing machine tooling/dies, interpreting blueprints for quality assurance, and setting up machinery for production runs. The ideal candidate will possess a working understanding of Fabrication workflow processes and demonstrate a readiness to grasp quality control standards, machine setup procedures, and proficiency in utilizing measurement tools.

Responsibilities:

Position each piece against stops and form piece to the required angle and bends.
Check finished piece against print for correct dimensions, make adjustments to the press brake as needed.

Read and interpret shop drawings to perform brake operations.
Maintains and adjusts set ups as required.
Maintains and communicates stock level of parts.
Reports promptly any and all problems concerning safety, quality, equipment and production.
Operates brake as process and policy requirements indicate to ensure proper set up and operations is followed and maintained.
Inspects product to ensure levels of quality and quantity are met as established by the company.
Trouble shoot any issues that may arise with the machine.
Follow instructions per order for correct quantity and material sizes.
Measuring parts with a dial caliper or tape measure.
Set-up and operate fabrication equipment
Operate equipment in a safe professional manner.
Maintains a clean, organized workstation at all times.
Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

Have a technical aptitude for mechanical equipment.
Solid background working with sheet metal
Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
Proven measurement and mathematical fraction/decimal and metric conversion skills
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to read a tape measure and caliper
Ability to distinguish material types including Aluminum, Steel and Stainless Steel
Candidate must be reliable, regular attendance is required
Excellent work ethic with the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision while meeting all product quality requirements