Press Brake Operator II​/III

• Base Pay $25.90 - $28.51 / Hour
• Employee Type Non Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school

This salary information serves as a general guideline. Final offers are based on various factors, including qualifications, skills, experience, and other job-related criteria.

Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(K) with Roth option, Life & Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement & Discretionary Profit-Sharing Bonus.

This position works in our Metal Shop and is responsible for setting up and operating press brakes.

• Study blueprints or written directions .
• Set up and load programs for press brake and assign proper tooling for specific jobs.
• Operate press brake to form various parts and assemblies to print.
• Maintain the work area and equipment and following prescribed safety policies.
• Wear protective attire, such as safety eye glasses, steel-toed shoes and gloves.
• Inspect equipment, parts or materials.
• Clean, inspect and provide maintenance for press brakes.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years minimum experience setting up and operating press brakes.
• Experience in or knowledge of blueprint reading .
• Must be able to use a computer.
• Knowledge of bend allowances of different types and thicknesses of materials.
• Ability to lift/carry 30 pounds.

• Knowledge of flat layout of sheet metal parts.
• Experience programming press brakes.
• Related technical Associates degree.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to sit and stand for extended amounts of time and must be able to bend, stretch, twist, squat, and reach across all planes.
• Ability to operate a pallet jack, forklift, or other large machinery, as necessary.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 60 pounds, 0 - 33% of time.
• May be exposed to high noise levels for short amounts of time when working near manufacturing equipment. Noise levels range between 70-100 decibels. Protective footwear, ear plugs, and safety rated glasses are required.