PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Selecting and positioning dies and punches in the bed and ram of press
• Programming stops on machine and repositioning stock to run through steps required to form parts to completion
• Verifying dimensions of work piece
• Performing First Piece Inspection as required
• Manually programming controller to required specifications
• Must have previous experience operating press machines

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding of lock out/tag out procedures and ability to use when appropriate
• Maintain a high level of productivity and quality
• Follow work center procedures as defined
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions given in job routers
• Document and notify Quality of any discrepancies and/or nonconformance's
• Note any changes and/or recommendations that are needed for future production runs
• Inspect finished products and parts by comparing them with blueprints and boundary samples
• Ability to use grinders and other hand tools as necessary

 EDUCATION, SKILLS, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Certificate from technical school and/or six months related experience
• Math Skills: Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; use of a calculator) will help Press Brake Operators understand instructions, how plans work and make sure items are cut, bent, and formed correctly.
• Measuring Tool Usage: The use of measuring equipment such as scales, calipers and protractors as necessary to make sure quality specifications are achieved.
• Problem Solving Skills: Press Brake Operators will need to know when machines are not performing correctly, alert supervision to problems they are experiencing. 
• Attention to Detail: Being observant and sage is critical to the overall well-being of the employee and his/her co-workers. In addition, Press Brake Operators must take great care in their work.
• Stamina: Press Brake Operators work doing repetitive movement.

 WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance, and stand for long periods of time
• Maintain a safe work area
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Must be a team player
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)