Press Operator

Alloy Engineering
, a 100% employee‑owned company in Berea, OH, seeks an experienced Brake Press Operator to set up, operate, and maintain press brake machines. In this role, you will ensure production processes run smoothly and efficiently.

• Set up and prepare press brake machines by selecting and aligning dies in the machine ram.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and production orders to determine required dimensions, tolerances and materials.
• Calculate bend allowances, determine proper tonnage requirements and select the appropriate press brake machine settings.
• Load and unload materials into the press brake machine, ensuring proper alignment and positioning.
• Position and secure work pieces onto the machine bed using clamps, bolts or other fixtures.
• Measure circular, angular and linear dimensions on diagrams.
• Measure accurately to 1/16 inch using a tape measure.
• Use manual tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Perform routine maintenance on press brake machines, including cleaning, lubricating and replacing worn parts.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimize production processes and troubleshoot issues.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols, maintaining a clean and organized work area.

• Experience with Cincinnati press brakes or Steelwell machines is ideal (mechanical & hydraulic).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating a press brake, rolls, or other fabrication equipment.
• Knowledge of the fabrication process.
• Strong proficiency in reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Intermediate math skills, including geometry; able to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.
• Able to calculate dimensions, angles and tolerances (Algebra
  1).
• Ability to select appropriate forming dies and set up machines independently.
• Familiarity with various press brake machine controls and settings.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Do Right Always!
• Customer‑centric teamwork.
• Get it done – well and timely.
• Drama‑free work environment.
• Be smart, grow and learn, stay smart.

• Standing most of the time, lifting 25‑50 pounds, and pushing, pulling, bending, stooping and reaching as needed.
• Steel‑toe boots and safety glasses required; reimbursement provided if needed.
• Facility does not have air conditioning.

• $3,000 sign‑on bonus paid in installments every 90 days up to 1 year.
• $2 per hour second‑shift differential.
• Retirement plan 100% company‑funded (ESOP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health insurance.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (two shutdown periods; PTO may be used or voluntary work opportunities available).
• Referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.

• 10‑hour shift; 1st shift 6 am‑4:30 pm, 2nd shift 4 pm‑2 am. 56 hours per week with 2 Saturdays per month if needed.

Alloy Engineering is a 100% employee‑owned company and an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.