Press Brake Operator

PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR:

About Workplace

Workplace Modular Systems has built a reputation for solid, well-crafted products with American-made durability since the late 1940's. From metal workbenches to countless tables and workstations, our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is our top priority. Our New Hampshire based company offers a collaborative space for engineering, sales, and manufacturing, and all our products are proudly made in the USA! Workplace can efficiently design, build and deliver exceptional craftsmanship on every product.

We are seeking a Press Brake Operator to join our 1st Shift Team from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently operate press brake machinery in a manner that is safe for yourself and others
• Perform self-inspection on first produced part and verify quality throughout the production run
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive movements
• Meet daily and weekly production goals to fulfill product demand and follow production instructions, either written or verbal
• Strong work ethic, attendance, punctuality, and initiative
• Adhere to company safety policies

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related
• Experience with Trumpf Press Brakes and using cold-rolled and stainless-steel materials
• Shop math skills and knowledgeable on adjusting clearances
• Ability to hold tight tolerances, adjust controls/parameters, and other minor machine calibrations, as needed
• Able to read and understand work orders and blueprints
• Familiarity with Solidworks/AutoCAD

Core Competencies

• Safety: Proactively fosters a culture of safety in our work environment.
• Inclusion: Appreciates and respects individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and cultures.
• Speed: Operates with a sense of urgency, recognizing the competitive advantage of being swift and responsive.
• Innovation: Consistently seeks opportunities to simplify processes and continuously improve.
• Judgement: Ability to exercise discretion and lead initiatives autonomously.
• Accountability: Ability to hold self and others to the highest of standards.

Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is very loud where ear protection is necessary.

WMS is an equal opportunity employer - Inclusion is one of our core values, as we appreciate and respect individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values and cultures. We enthusiastically build teams that celebrate and embrace the contributions of everyone, fostering an environment of welcome and respect for all. As a part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Offer Contingent on Successful Background Check