Press Brake Operator

Full Time Press Brake Operator
Job Summary:
This role is a skilled position responsible for setting up and operating press brakes.
Essential Functions:

• Set up and perform brake operations on various styles of brake machinery according to specifications of work orders and fabrication prints/drawings without supervision
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings or fabrication prints as needed for accurate and safe brake operation
• Understand and calculate bend deduction allowances as required to properly and safely set up tooling
• Follow work order directions and safely produce required quantity of parts efficiently and within the required tolerance and cosmetic quality
• Adhere to all company safety regulations, including those regarding machine operation and proper guarding
• Perform inspection to prove required dimensional tolerances and cosmetic requirements are met before submitting to Department Lead or QC for monitoring
• Cooperate with other employees in the department to maintain a safe working environment
• Enter time and data entry into company data acquisition system in accordance with company policy
• Perform light level daily maintenance on assigned brake press equipment
• Complete assigned work within given timeframe and according to specifications
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work area
• Accurately attach, track and process work orders and packing slips for incoming materials and finished products
• Other duties as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sheet metal precision press brake operations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or mechanical drawings involving brake operations
• Knowledge of how to safely set up and run various styles of Brake machinery including AMADA, Bystronic, Safan Darley and Adira brake machinery
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate machines safely and properly
• Familiarity with shop equipment such as table, panel and chop saws and kick and drill presses

• Ability to arrive promptly for shift and stand and/or walk for duration of shift
• Ability to hear, speak, kneel, bend and use a step ladder or stool
• Capable of lifting 75 pounds
• Capable of working in a manufacturing environment
• Possess own accurate mechanical measuring tools of the craft (calipers, micrometers, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.