What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brake Press Operator position at General Kinematics Corporation?
Description
General Kinematics is the premier manufacturer of vibrating equipment for the processing of bulk materials. From vibratory feeders to entire process systems, General Kinematics creates the solutions customers require to process even the most difficult materials.
We are currently looking for a qualified Brake Press Operator to join our team. This position will be responsible to set up and operate the machine to bend, form or straighten metal sheets and plates as specified by work order, blueprints, drawings, templates, or layout. Communication with customers and functional organizations within the company is an important part of this position.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform tests and adjustments to speed or action, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.
- Adapt, perform and communicate in a face-paced, high mix/low volume fabrication shop environment.
- Ability to problem solve new problems.
- Install, align and lock specified punches, dies, cutting blades or other fixtures.
- Perform varying levels of shop mathematics associated with machining operations and perform inspection procedures to verify work.
- Understand and follow procedures that comply with Company policies.
- Perform other fabrication/assembly functions throughout the shop when special work demands exist.
Requirements
Job Requirements
· 3-5 years of previous experience running press brakes and rollers
· Large press experience. Preferred 20’ bed length, 1000 tons
· Hardened plate experience (Hardox, AmeriBraze, TriBraze materials)
· Basic computer usage skills required
· Experience with step forming radii required
· Previous CNC press brake control experience is a plus
· Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. continuously
· Able to speak, read and write the English language
· Have strong attention to detail
· Good work ethic
Employment includes: Benefits include competitive pay, health, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(K), on the job training, development and much more.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
EOE M/F/D/V
