Brake Press Operator
A Brake Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a brake press machine to bend and shape metal sheets or plates according to specified dimensions and angles. They play a critical role in the metal fabrication process, ensuring accurate and precise bending operations to create various metal components and structures.
Responsibilities
Machine Setup and Preparation:
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Review work orders, blueprints, or job specifications to understand bending requirements.
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Select the appropriate tooling, dies, and backstops for the brake press machine based on the material type, thickness, and desired bend angles.
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Set up the machine by installing and aligning the tooling and ensuring proper clearance for the workpiece.
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Adjust machine settings, such as stroke length, ram speed, and backgauge position, to achieve the desired bending results.
Bending Operations:
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Load the metal sheet or plate onto the brake press machine, ensuring proper alignment and clamping.
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Input bending programs or adjust machine controls to specify the bending angle, bend length, and number of bends required.
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Operate the brake press machine to perform bending operations, using foot pedals, control panels, or computerized controls.
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Monitor the bending process to ensure accurate and consistent bends, making adjustments as necessary.
Quality Control and Inspection:
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Perform regular quality checks to ensure the accuracy, precision, and quality of bent components.
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Conduct dimensional measurements, angle checks, or visual inspections to identify any defects, deviations, or non-conformities.
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Make adjustments to machine settings, tooling, or setup as needed to correct any discrepancies.
Safety and Compliance:
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Adhere to safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during all machine operations.
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Follow machine-specific safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.
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Participate in safety training programs and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
Qualifications and Skills
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Experience in operating brake press machines or similar sheet metal bending equipment.
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Knowledge of brake press setup, tooling selection, and machine programming.
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, or bending specifications.
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Attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality bends within specified tolerances.
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Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
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Understanding of safety procedures and practices in a fabrication environment
Benefits/Compensation
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Full Time
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First shift
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$17/hr based on experience
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Temp to hire position
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Weekly pay while employed through Career Concepts
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Benefits available while employed through Career Concepts
Location
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Erie, PA
About Career Concepts Staffing Services, Inc.
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