Press Brake Operator - 1st Shift

Press Brake Operator - 1st Shift

Founded in 1902, Wasserstrom is a national leader in the manufacturing and distribution of foodservice equipment and supplies. From design through installation, we operate as a global supplier, custom manufacturer, and consolidator of fixtures, furniture, and equipment, delivering flexible solutions to the places where people eat, sleep, work, play, shop, and gather.

Our success is driven not just by our national presence, buying power, regional consolidation, logistics operations, creative expertise, and innovative engineering, but by our people. Guided by our core values of Attitude, Effort, Trust, Innovation, and Family, we bring a positive, can-do mindset rooted in teamwork, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives. We give our best every day by being responsive, resourceful, and resilient, standing by our word and taking ownership of our work. We embrace continuous improvement, encourage new ideas, and learn from mistakes as we push into new territory.

Job Summary:

Responsible for setting up and operating shop machinery to fabricate metal or wood parts for products. Examples of shop machinery include, but are not limited to, saws, CNC routers, and edge banders. Must be able to read and interpret specifications for parts or products and follow written and verbal instructions. Assigned to a specific area in the manufacturing plant but may also work with other departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate shop machinery to fabricate parts and products

Load/unload materials onto machines

Complete basic maintenance and upkeep on machines

Maintain a clean and organized workspace/shop

Check work through measuring tools and quality control procedures

Work with build documents and basic drawings

Perform other tasks to support manufacturing and operations as needed

Experience and Education:

Minimum - High School or GED

Minimum - 1 - 3 months related experience and/or training

Position Requirements:

Knowledge of machines used for metal or wood production, such as saws, CNC routers, and edge banders

Mechanically inclined; ability to work with shop machinery and basic hand tools

Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16th of an inch

Ability to add and subtract fractions

Communicates well with others; speaks and writes clearly; asks for and offers help when needed

Detail oriented; meets quality standards and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

Organized; completes work in a timely manner; able to prioritize and meet deadlines

Problem-solver; gathers and analyzes information skillfully and generates suggestions for improving work

Capable of working independently and as a member of a team; contributes to building a positive team spirit

Observes and follows safety procedures

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Manufacturing Environment – may cause exposure to heat, noise, vibration, odors, dust or moving mechanical parts

Medium to Heavy Work – requires the ability to exert up to 100 lbs. with team or mechanical assistance, requires the ability to individually exert up to 75 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 35 lbs. of force frequently, and/or exert up to 15 lbs. of force constantly to lift, move, push, or pull objects and materials

Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel materials and equipment

Frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms

Required to walk, see close and at distance, and talk and hear

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