Class A Press Brake Opperator

Job Title: Press Brake Operator - Class A Department: Fabrication Reports To: Press Brake Lead FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Summary : Bending and fabricating of metal components and assemblies using various techniques. Operate press brake machines in a productive and safe manner to produce parts that meet quality requirements at the lowest cost in a timely manner while minimizing waste of materials and resources. As a level A press brake operator, you will be given a higher level of responsibility to ensure products are completed in a timely and accurate fashion as well as an involvement with your team in a positive and productive manner. Responsibilities and duties include: · Mentor other fabrication helpers and operators within the department. Ø Must approach all tasks and daily activities with a Can-Do attitude. Ø May be asked to help instruct shop helpers and other individuals on various fabrication machines and techniques. · Able to bend and create complex parts for jobs at a fast pace. · Follow required procedures and use appropriate tooling to setup up each machine for the job as needed. · Will be using a variety of machines within the fabrication department to include (but not limited to): press brake, shear, PEM and hand roller. · Identify opportunities for improving press brake area and the overall fabrication area. Ø Continuously look for and seek out any continuous improvements that may be made in the department. · Accountability for following written quality procedures. · Provide accurate inventory counts at all times and keep parts in identifiable and appropriate areas. · Recognize problem processes and/or unsafe set-ups and recommend alternatives. · Able to operate machines on various metals with little or no supervision. · Perform basic maintenance of machines as required and keep supervisors informed of necessary maintenance beyond minimal operator ability. · Deliver on customer expectations by performing quality checks on pieces per DSI’s quality department standards. · Must read and understand layouts, job packets and blueprints for parts being fabricated, even if it is a repeat job. This includes understanding of dimensions and tolerances of finished parts. Ø Form all parts according to job packets and specifications. Ø Verify any discrepancies and issues as they arise and report to fabrication manager or lead. Ø Mark prints for any changes that would be required for production or repeat job in the future. · Log into Epicor time system to accurately clock in and out of jobs. · Other duties as assigned. Education or Certifications: · High School diploma or equivalent. · Two-year degree in a trade school and five years in press brake/fabrication position. May be a combination of schooling and education. Skills/Abilities/Competencies: · Analyze plans, blueprints or drawings to determine work requirements, sequence of bend assignments and help others on the operation. · Optimize fabrication processes to ensure daily goals and production is met. · Take on additional tasks to help the team achieve desired goals with little or no supervision. · The “go to person” for complex and difficult parts. · Ability to perform a sequence of operations without supervision and consistently maintain the performance levels set for quality and quantity. · Understanding of safety rules and regulations to prevent unsafe set-ups, operations, or acts which might cause injury to self, others, environment or equipment. · Proactively engage in a working relationship with other members of the team. · Ability to work through daily operational activities. · Ability to plan effectively and execute the plans. · Strong mechanical aptitude. · Able to lift 25 pounds or more daily and over 25 pounds occasionally. · Ability to push or pull over 25 pounds daily or over 25 pounds occasionally. · Ability to make decisions with little or no guidance or supervision. · Communication skills both verbally and written. Ø As the lead's backup, it is imperative in this position that communication with all employees is effective, positive and timely. Ø When the lead is absent, there must be verbal communication with the fabrication shop manager throughout the day to ensure production, performance and deadlines are being met. · Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills. · Able to perform complicated bends on various metals. Ø Metal include stainless steel, aluminum, cold steel etc. · Strong knowledge of inspection procedures. Ø Each press brake operator is responsible for checking all parts for quality.