Press Brake Operator

RESPONSIBILITES: Measure completed work pieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers. Examine completed work pieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws. Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.

Load work pieces, plastic material, or chemical solutions into machines. Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material. Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data. Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.

Install, align, and lock specified punches, dies, cutting blades, or other fixtures in rams or beds of machines, using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, and hand tools. Clean and lubricate machines. Position, align, and secure work pieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to work on more than one task at a time. Ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions. Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Ability to work effectively with fellow employees. Ability to perform repetitive work. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Regular predictable attendance.’