CNC Press Brake Operator (Steel Fabrication)

Job Description

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Summary/Objective

Western Metal Service is seeking a CNC Press Brake Operator in the Fabrication department. The ideal candidate will be skilled in reading blueprints, using a tape measure and calipers, and can perform set-ups on multiple machines. We’re looking for a long-term candidate who is looking for a secure and rewarding form of employment.

Essential Functions

Must read blueprints and perform shop math to layout and fabricate various parts and assemblies

Ability to use handheld measuring tools including a tape measure and calipers

Experience with gauging thickness of material

Ability to operate multiple machines: shear, uni-punch, CNC rollers, CNC press brakes (Amada, Accurpress, Safan Darley)

Accurate and efficient set-up of machines in accordance with proper set-up techniques

Properly operate machine to run efficiently, produce quality products and maximize machine utilization

Maintain quality requirements in accordance with company standards

Responsible for reporting all quality defects

Accurately fill out all required paperwork

Perform daily housekeeping to ensure the work area is always clean and organized

Flexible schedule is required in regard to overtime and start time according to work volume

Other duties and responsibilities as required

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration and contact with metals and lubricants. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Must be able to work outside in harsh weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The position involves standing, walking and lifting and moving up to 100 pounds for long periods of time throughout the day.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Overtime and Saturdays, as well as the possibility of altered shift hours due to varied work demands, may be required at the request of your supervisor.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

Required Education and Experience

5+ years of manufacturing experience with machine operation

Metalworking fabrication experience

Preferred Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing equipment experience with CNC press brakes

Experience on the following machines: Amada, Accurpress, Safan Darley

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen or have proof of U.S. residency and at least 21 years of age

Must have reliable transportation

Must pass pre-employment safety training, background and drug and alcohol screen. Please be aware that WMS has a comprehensive drug policy, which includes random testing

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Full-time