Press Brake Operator

Job Description: Press Brake Operator

Reports to: Production Management

SUMMARY:

The duties of The Press Brake Operator include but are not limited to:

• Operate Cincinnati Press Brake

• The ability to prepare and run complex bend setups and forming operations. This

includes dies used in combination with other tooling. Complex programming using all features of the press brake. E.g., bending at angles, step bends, proper back gauge transfer

between steps, delays, etc.

• Must have full understanding of print reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part.

• Thorough understanding of flat pattern layout

• Ability to work well with others in a leadership environment

• Ability to train less experienced operators

• Work in an efficient and timely manner

• Keep work area clean at all times, including machine surfaces.

• Identify areas for process improvement. (cost and waste reduction)

Other Functions:

• Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Experience:

• Punctual

• Able to work with minimum supervision

• Computer literate

• Excellent organizational skills

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

1. Minimum 5 year’s experience as Press Brake Operator.

2. Must be able to read blueprints.

3. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

4. Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

5. Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication,