Brake Operator II

Responsibilities

• Accepts and follows priorities assigned by the Brake Lead.
• Run out set ups that have been proven, make changes in tooling and machine controller as needed to maintain tolerance on very specific dimensions.
• Set up most jobs given with little to no assistance.
• Maintain parts’ dimensional conformance using dial calipers, squares, protractors, height gauges and any other measuring tool required.
• Be productive with set ups, running parts, and know when to utilize assistance from entry-level operators as needed.
• Help lower-level operators with set-up and measuring related issues when directed by the Brake Lead.
• Helps to keep Brake Department area clean and orderly.
• Exercises proper judgment referring all decision-making regarding print or set-up deviation to the Brake Lead or Supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years as a Brake Operator, with an additional 2 years related of other shop experience.
• Ability to read and write and understand written documents.
• Must visually know the difference between metals, such as aluminum and steel.
• Must know how to use dial calipers, squares, protractor and most any other measuring tool.
• Must know how to use a calculator, have basic math skills, such as addition subtraction, multiplication and division, and some trigonometry.
• Use of “k” factors and know how to figure a "k" factor.
• Use of shop math to perform simple to complex part “back-checks”.
• Must have good layout skills for forming as it pertains to form direction, angles and setting up.
• Must know third angle projection as it pertains to print interpretation, and understand print call outs, notes and some geometric tolerances.
• Should have some computer skills and know the Amada 9-EX controller very well.
• Know, understand and practice the Vander-Bend First Piece Inspection Process.

Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Pay

$28.00-$36.00/hr