LASER / PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR

Responsibilities

• Review dispatch report and determine the proper operating schedule for FMS Laser Cutting System.
• Set up and operate FMS Laser Cutting equipment, making all required adjustments, cleaning, and calibrations for efficient laser cutting operations.
• Produce first piece and inspect for proper dimensions using measuring tools such as tape measures, veneer calipers, protractors, squares, and micrometers.
• Set up and operate a variety of fabricating machines, including shears, press brakes, rollers, pipe bending equipment, punch presses, and stamping equipment (which may include coil feeding equipment) to produce parts.
• Instruct other operators in the set-up and proper operation of equipment as required.
• Study drawings and operation sheets to determine the proper sequence of operations; check material for proper gauge and type; obtain proper dies, unipunches, and other cutting and forming devices.
• Work with Steel Stores Attendant or Material Handler to ensure provision of proper material.
• Produce first piece and verify dimensions using instruments such as steel rule, square, protractor, veneer calipers, and micrometers.
• Make parts per print specifications.
• Operate and inspect overhead hoists and sheet lifting devices.
• Assist maintenance in changing and adjusting shear blades as required.
• Perform grinding and deburring operations using a variety of grinding equipment.
• Separate drop-off as required and stack completed pieces on pallets or other containers for movement to succeeding operations.
• Notify supervisor or coordinator of variances from required amounts.
• Check machine for proper operation, lubricate as instructed, and report malfunctions to supervisor or coordinator.
• Observe all Corporate and departmental safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.