What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator Brake Press - 2nd shift position at Kewaunee Scientific Corporation?
ABOUT US
Kewaunee Scientific Corporation is a recognized global leader in the design, manufacture, and installation of laboratory, healthcare, and technical furniture products.
Since our founding in 1906, Kewaunee has supported those at the forefront of life saving, groundbreaking discoveries. Our customers have utilized our products to facilitate critical work in the areas of cancer research, cell regeneration, tissue engineering, and most recently on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our Associates' contributions are important on a global scale, and there is enormous pride to be felt in the craftsmanship, expertise, and service every member of our team lends toward these vital efforts.
Join us today, and manufacture with meaning.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Starting pay of at least $17.71/hour
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- On-site medical clinic and specialists
- On-site gym
- Prescription deliveries
- Wellness program
POSITION SUMMARY
SUMMARY
Set up and operate manual N.C. and C.N.C controlled forming and fabrications equipment, i.e. folders and other brake presses as required to fabricate sheet metal parts (both standard and specials).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Uses Kewaunee’s scheduling system paperwork to identify parts scheduled to run, operations, and standard hours.
Set up and operate manual N.C. and C.N.C. controlled forming and fabrications equipment.
NC/CNC controlled sheet metal fabricating equipment experience Windows NT and Windows 7 experience.
Requires frequent change overs and set ups to maximize production flexibility.
Read blueprints and detailed layout drawings to within 1/1000th of an inch.
Maintain tolerances within .010 of an inch.
Proficient in using measuring tools i.e.; dial calibers, micrometers, and tape measures.
Layout parts.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machine and accessories.
Safety procedures to be followed at all times.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic computer skills.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to all safety rules and procedures. Bring unsafe acts and conditions to the attention of the manager. Correct hazards and unsafe conditions. Train other associates in safe work practices. Investigate accidents, near accidents, and potential hazards. Actively participates in housekeeping activities and in the safety and health program.
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