Brake Press Operator I -1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Selects, positions, and aligns dies in machine ram and bed.
• Turns setscrews or bolts to fasten clamp bar that holds dies in position.
• Turns adjustment screws to set specified pressure of ram and clearance between dies to thickness of metal.
• Lays out or details layout on work stock from blueprints or templates.
• Positions workpiece to align layout marks or to backstop.
• Starts machine to lower ram or depresses pedal to activate ram that bends metal.
• Sets stops on machine bed and repositions stock to run successive pieces, or to perform multiple operations.
• Verifies dimensions of workpiece.
• Performs other duties as assigned.