Press Brake Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Forms, inspects parts for accuracy, places correct labels on parts and sorts.
• Aids in troubleshooting on machine when needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to schedule work load and material efficiency.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Familiar with 5S method of processing.
• Complete understanding of fabrication mathematics.
• Ability to measure and verify dimensions using various measuring devices: tape measure, caliper, machinist square, protractor.
• Ability to identify, retrieve and install the required punch based on bend radius.
• Ability to identify, retrieve and install the required die based on material thickness.
• Ability to download program files, or program a press brake at the controller.
• Ability to program each program step using tonnage mode, angle mode/absolute position.
• Ability to properly and safely operate a press brake from a variety of manufacturers.
• Ability to troubleshoot, analyze and resolve operating and fabricating challenges.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Travel

This position generally does not travel, but travel could be required for training opportunities.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Amanda Fiber laser experience, Dr. ABE Blank experience a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, crawl, stoop and reach.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Must be able to clearly communicate with others either verbally or via written communication.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud, consisting of normal fabrication shop equipment and activities.
• Employee works inside a building that is not a climate controlled environment.

About the Role

The Press Brake Operator works in KC Tank’s metal fabrication department. This position operates the press brake machine, paying special attention to quality and safety.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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