Brake Press Operator

Job Description

We are looking for Brake Press Operators to join our Greenwood, IN facility for 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. You will set up and operate brake press to form parts in accordance to the blueprint specifications and work instructions.

What You’ll Do:

Reads and interprets blueprints and work operations sheets to determine appropriate operations to be performed

Completes forming responsibilities which may include offsets, large radii and standard bends

Uses inspection gauges such as calipers (both dial and vernier), micrometers, squares, and height gauges to perform quality checks on parts as outlined by AQL and work instructions; reports dimensional problems to supervisor or set-up person.

Maintains and ensures accurate counts on completed parts and scrapped parts

Completes production paperwork and makes required entries into company data base

Maintains tools, measuring instruments, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner

Reports all equipment problems or malfunctions to supervisor/manager immediately; and maintains clean, orderly and safe work areas at all times.

What You Won’t Do:

Feel stuck – we offer great opportunities to advance and learn

Get bored – we make custom products, so no day is the same

Feel like a number – we’re a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs

Who You Are:

A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment

A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge in manufacturing processes

A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts

Accept assignments with open, cooperative, positive and team-oriented attitudes

Able to plan and execute plans across teams

Effective communicator, both written and verbal

What You’ll Need:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

1 year of related experience and/or training

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Mathematical skills to manage units of measure, fractions, decimals, whole numbers

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and operations sheets to determine set-up and operations to be formed

Ability to set-up and operate Brake Press machine, input and maintain data in Traverse Manufacturing System

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

What You’ll Enjoy:

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and 10 observed paid holidays per year

Employer funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Employer funded STD and LTD insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Great 401(k) with company match

Generous employee referral bonus program

Working for a thriving, performance-based company that values promoting from within and career advancement

Temperature controlled environment

Community involvement investing and giving back to the community

Additional free resources such as travel assistance, EAP, etc.

Avalign conducts a comprehensive background, drug testing, highest level of education completion verification, and reference checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are an employer that participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

You should be proficient in:

Machine Setups for Production Runs

Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Press Brake (Amada, Accurpress)

Measurement Gauges