Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary : This position is accountable for performing press brake operations and activities. Individuals must demonstrate a core competency required throughout the organization. These competencies include safety, quality, production, and behavior.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities :
Level 1
- Operate Press Brake safely when lead or others have setup and validated quality requirements for a specific part.
- Consistently maintain a neat and orderly work area.
- Must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
- Perform EPICOR transactions logging in and out of jobs and recording quantity complete, scrapped.
Level 2 (Includes L e vel 1 Requirements )
Perform simple setups on Press Brake utilizing part drawings and bend simulations.Set up / Observe ¼ inch rule. If not possible engage Lead or VSM prior to operating.
Forklift CertifiedReads and follow Shop LoadsPerform inspections using precision measuring and gauging equipment.Perform and document all Job / Routing / Quality procedures as directed.Perform material handling functions including packaging.Assemble, Load and Maintain Tooling, Fixtures, Jigs, Etc.Perform EPICOR transactions moving material from / to appropriate locations.Level 3 (Includes Level 1,2, and 3 Requirements)
Suggest ideas to improve job processes and inform VSM of suggestions.Provides adequate feedback to department manager when the job is not running within 15% of standard.Provides adequate feedback to Department Managers / Engineering by using M.E.C.R forms and notes on the routing.Working knowledge of punch and die configurations, tip radius and the effect on part geometry.Must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos; basic math skills, working knowledge of computer systems.Lead (Includes Level 1, 2, and 3 Requirements)
Capable of training for complex and simple setupsCapable of training EPICOR transactionsCapable of training Safety and Quality RequirementsCincinnati Press Brakes
(PROFORM, AUTOFORM, & MAXFORM – 90-, 135-, & 230-ton models.)
Qualification Requirements : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education :
High School Diploma or GED EquivalentCNC experience (preferred, required for L3 and Lead)Skills and / or Experience :
Press Brake experience desirable for L1, Required for all other levels.Advanced blueprint reading.Advanced sheet metal inspection experienceWorking knowledge of controls for Cincinnati Press Brakes (Windows based)Ability to calculate required tonnages and bend allowances.Ability to select proper tooling required to form a part (Acute, Gooseneck, Offset, etc.)Ability to work on a variety of material types and thicknesses.Setup experience specific to level, department, or equipmentSheet Metal Layout experience (Tangent Correction, Basic Bend Allowance Etc.) Level 2 and up onlyUnderstanding of Material Properties including Flatness, Surface Grades, Types, Gauge etc. Level 2 and up onlyMonday-Thursday 3 : 30pm-2 : 00am