What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brake Press Setup Technician position at ABLE COMPOSITES LLC?
Description:
The Brake Press Setup Technician is responsible and accountable for the safe and accurate setup and the operation of the CNC Brake Press equipment.
- Set up and operate press brake machines to bend and shape metal plates and sheets.
- Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production schedules to determine the required specifications for each job.
- Select the appropriate tooling, dies, and machinery settings for each bending operation.
- Position metal plates and sheets onto the press brake machine and accurately align them according to the specified measurements.
- Adjust machine settings such as speed, pressure, and depth to ensure precise bending and shaping of the metal.
- Monitor the operation of the press brake machine, making necessary adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
- Inspect finished products to ensure they meet the required specifications, dimensions, and quality standards.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of press brake machines to ensure optimal performance and prevent malfunctions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine issues or notify the maintenance department for repairs.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
Minimum 2 years previous brake press experience.
Experience with Amada Preferred
- Proficiency in operating press brake machines and knowledge of various bending techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production specifications.
- Strong mathematical skills to accurately measure and calculate dimensions for bending operations.
- Attention to detail and the ability to ensure precision and accuracy in all bending and shaping tasks.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle metal plates and sheets effectively.
- Knowledge of different types of metals, their characteristics, and how they respond to bending operations.
- Good problem-solving skills to identify and resolve minor machine issues.
- Time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines.
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and convey important information.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
- Extensive standing, recurring bending, reaching as well as moderate to heavy lifting.
We are seeking motivated, team-oriented individual, dedicated to making quality products. As a company that invests in our people and culture it is our requirement that all new team members share our core values of:
Continuous Self-Improvement
Positivity
Reliability
Communication
Do the Right Thing
We are an equal opportunity employer.
