Position Summary

The Level 3 Press Brake Operator will use a press brake to bend, shape, cut, and manipulate sheet metal and metal plates.

Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities

· Operates a press brake to manufacture tools, equipment, and other components from sheet metal or metal plates. Prepares, sets up, and adjusts press brake as required by product plans and production schedules.

· Ensure that there are sufficient raw materials available.

· Measures and aligns materials to be used.

· Inspects products, evaluating finished pieces for compliance with quality standards and specifications.

· Performs routine maintenance on the press brake.

· Set stops on machine beds, change dies, and adjust components.

· Clean and lubricate machines and maintain a clean work area.

· Able to recognize, clear and reset all press alarms.

· Able to assist and train less experienced operators.

· Able to plan work over multiple presses based on the schedule.

· Follow the scrap procedure.

· Operate forklift to move materials.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Critical Skills & Knowledge

· Ability to safely and effectively operate or learn to operate press brake controls.

· Ability to follow instructions.

· Ability to read, interpret, and follow product plans.

· Basic computer and math skills.

· Ability to problem-solve.

· Strive for continuous improvement in processes and procedures.

· Strong communication skills

· Leadership capabilities

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Minimum of 5 years of Press Brake Experience

Physical Demands

· Physically able to operate the press brake.

· Prolonged periods of standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying materials.

· Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Parental leave

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- Marne, MI 49435 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Marne, MI 49435: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person