Brake Operator

Brake Operator

Hot Job

San Jose, CA 95131

Overview

Salary Range $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Any

Description

Under minimal supervision, operates press brakes (RG's and to potentially learn the HDS and ATC) to produce quality parts. Requires a working knowledge of various processes and operations to meet production requirements. This job description is not necessarily all-inclusive. Other job duties may be assigned, and/or area(s) of focus may change according to business needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Read and comprehend instructions.

Adheres to all company and departmental policies and procedures.

Notify leadership on issues with malfunctioning or defective parts

Maintain customers and MASS quality requirements

Regularly perform repetitive tasks

Maintain a clean and safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Practicing 6S at all times.

Operates Amada NC9-EX and LD brake machines, power notcher and roller.

Coordinates each job with Set-Up person to ensure full understanding on machine safety, quality and productivity.

Ability to learn to do simple set-ups on proven jobs according to standards.

Safely check tool set-up when taking over a machine of each individual job.

Ensure that documents needed on the job are complete and concise, if not notify supervisor.

Ensure manufacturing drawings have the correct revision level, notes, tolerances and dimensions.

Monitor cycle times and calculate PPH. Notify supervisor if times are not correct.

Accurately use EPICOR to Clock In/Out, review Job Tracker, enter Labor Notes, Labor activities and correct counts.

Inspect first part and QA approval, in-process checks and last part check thoroughly.

Participate in CI meetings

Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience

High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Preferred.

Good reading and writing skills.

Must have basic knowledge of blueprint reading.

Must have previous Brake experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Capable of operating/running a single process or machine with minimum assistance and providing limited feedback to management.

Basic understanding of safety and quality best practices of machine or equipment.

Basic understanding of hand tools or materials: anything that is used as a tool to do the job and materials can cover metals, plastics or purchased items.

Basic understanding of inspection process or instruments: standard or job specific. Limited to the task, job or operations they've performed.

Basic math.

Ability to follow verbal instructions.

Ability to follow written instructions/MPI's limited to task, job, operations being performed or have performed in the past.

Basic computer skills.

Ability to commit to flexible schedule and prompt arrival for shifts.

Ability to be cross trained in other departments to help with unexpectedly high demand.

Flexible to work in other areas when needed.

Knowledge of all tools and dies used in a job, set-ups, troubleshooting and mechanical components of the NC9-EX and LD machines, alarm codes and control box.

Able to use calipers, protractors, screw drivers, Allen wrenches and a calculator with trig functions

Proven ability to fix tapers on flanges and angle problems on parts

Demonstrate good hand/eye coordination

Can safety lift 35 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours a day

Ability to work days/swing/night as required

Willing to work OT when needed

Work Environment

Sense of urgency at all times, fast paced, loud noise, climate controlled facility.

Use of inspection equipment, some deburring tools

Noise protection equipment may be required for some processes

Lift over 50lb occasionally

Eye protection and gloves required at all times.

Hours / Shifts

First Shift 5AM – 1:30 PM M-F

Second Shift 1:30PM – 10:00 PM M-F

Night Shift 7:30 PM – 4:00 AM M-F

Salary

DOE

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Paid Tuition, PTO, and Discounts on Public Transport

Job Type: Part-Time, Full-Time, Permanent