Brake Press Operator - 1st shift
Brown Deer, WI  / Germantown, WI  / Milwaukee, WI 
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Posted 22 days ago
Job Description
Job Description:
Job Summary: 
 
The Brake Press Set-up/Operator is responsible for the daily setup and operation of manual, mechanical and computer-controlled metal working equipment in a fabrication shop environment. He/she may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required. 
Duties/Responsibilities: 
•         Setup, operate and adjust mechanical and manual sheet/plate steel forming equipment. 
•         Setup, program, operate and adjust CNC controlled sheet/plate steel forming equipment. 
•         Select the correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance. 
•         Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor/lead. 
•         Able to troubleshoot metal forming problems. 
•         Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance. 
•         Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations. 
•         Account for time and work completed via a labor reporting system. 
•         Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work. 
•         Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues. 
•         Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance group. 
•         Participate in equipment maintenance at the operator level. 
•         Ability to work independently. 
•         Positive and Strong work ethic. 
•         Adopt and incorporate quality methods into their work. 
 
Required Skills/Abilities: 
•         Knowledge and understanding of sheet/plate steel forming characteristics. 
•         Competent at basic dimensional measuring and the use of precision measurement tools. 
•         Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids. 
•         Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance. 
•         Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation. 
•         Good verbal and written communication skills. 
•         Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge. 
•         Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement. 
•         Ability to work well in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations. 
•         Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed. 
•         Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change. 
•         Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures. 
•         Safety conscious behavior. 
•         Excellent attendance. 

Education and Experience: 
Qualification Requirements: 
•         Must be at least 18 years of age or older 
•         Strong work ethic 
•         High School diploma or GED required 
•         Team player with a positive, “can do” attitude 
•          Basic mathematical skills and ability to perform precise measurements using a tape measure

 

Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
7am-3pm Monday-Friday
Salary and Benefits
$18-$26/HR
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1+ years
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