Press brake Operator (2nd Shift)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3 or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in metal fabrication or working knowledge of metals and equipment a plus. Must be capable of working with resource planning systems (bar coding) for proper recording of operations, time and labor. Must be a team player continually demonstrating desired standardization, synchronization and disciplines required in press brake/general machine team.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, travelers, safety rules, set-up notes, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with fellow team members. Ability to properly complete travelers for all jobs performed.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must be capable of calculating bend allowances and performing other mathematical calculations required when performing machining operations in press brakes and general machines. Must be capable for reading micrometers, calipers and tape measure.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license to be licensed as a qualified lift truck driver at DeWys Stainless Solutions, Inc.

Working conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts while operating brake presses.

The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud, depending on volume of machines in operation in the work center.

Hearing protection is available for team member use but is not required as personal protective equipment.

Safety glasses must be worn at all times by team members.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand.

Team member is also required to use hands to hold and grasp metal work pieces.

Must regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

When work pieces exceed 50 pounds, team member obtains assistance from fellow team members or uses a power lift truck to move materials.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Direct reports

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