Brake Press Operator - Afternoons

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining press brake machines to produce high-quality metal components. This role requires mechanical aptitude, precision, and familiarity with various manufacturing equipment and tools.

The Press Brake Operator plays a vital part in ensuring that production meets specifications and quality standards while adhering to safety protocols.

We are hiring for these positions due to an increase in business.

Position/Duties Description:

- Successful candidate will participate in the operation of bending and shaping metal parts in our manufacturing plant on our Brake Press.

- Comfortable with reading and interpreting blueprints and executing the final product as required.

- Ensure all safety controls are in place and safely load and unload machines.

- Capable of using other precision tools such as; caliper, measuring tape, height gauges, form gauges and templates.

- Must practice safe lifting and work procedures at all times.

- Participate in Company 5S program by maintaining workstation cleanliness.

- Continuous standing for extended periods of time.

- Some heavy lifting, carrying and handling of objects; able to lift up to and including 50 lbs. Will be trained using jig cranes.

- Repetitive motion and other job specific requirements.

- Assist in other duties as required; able to work with other team members and also individually.

- This is a night shift position (Monday – Thursday 4:15 pm to 2:15 pm) (38 hour work week).

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 2 - 4 years of previous experience in a brake press/manufacturing environment.

- Must have good math skills and have the ability to read a measuring tape and other measuring tools.

- Able to follow verbal instructions.

- Must demonstrate quality and attention to work details.

- Can follow written and verbal instructions.

- Shows exceptional people skills with a ‘can do’ attitude.

- Has excellent attention to details along with great physical and mental capacity.

Requirements:

- Ability to read and follow work instructions and safety rules and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

- A valid driver’s license or transportation required, as we are located in Cathcart ON, 10 minutes East of Woodstock and 10 minutes West of Burford, and not on a bus route.

What we Offer:

- Competitive wages

- 3-month probationary period

- Company paid Healthcare Benefit & EAP package offered after 3 months of successful service

- Clothing Allowance

- Excellent competitive wages

- RSP Matching Program

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Benefits:

- Company events

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- RRSP match

- Vision care

Work Location: In person