Press Brake Operator

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Job description

Are you an experienced Press Brake Operator who is dependable, can lift heavy sheet metal, and can read and follow schematics? If so, General Devices is looking for you to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating precision measuring instruments, fabricating sheet metal products, and ensuring high-quality results. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 5+ years of Accupress experience needed.
Hours are: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM Mon thru Friday
Typically pay starts between $21 and $24 per hour. Pay rate will be based on local rates, knowledge, and experience in the craft.

What you will do:

• Prepare the brake press for operation by selecting the appropriate tooling, installing dies, and making necessary adjustments to ensure accurate bending, angles, and dimensions.
• Confirm sufficient raw material to run and complete job
• Load and unload material to and from the press brake with or without assistance from a team member for heavier materials
• Use either an Accupress or Bystronic press brake to achieve the desired result as required by the customer
• Determine working tonnage
• Know the types of bending (air bending, bottom bending, coining, etc) and know the different tooling tolerances for every punch and die used.
• Read blueprints and/or specifications to achieve precise bending. (must be able to read prints)
• Produce a blank, perform a layout and understand the principles of bend allowances
• Use measuring instruments such as calipers, measuring tapes, gauges, etc
• Examine raw materials for defects or imperfections that could impact the bending process
• Select and Modify tooling, set dies and stop gauges, and adjust ram stroke for varying thicknesses of material
• Participate in quality control measures to ensure that products meet the highest standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols and company policies.
• Will advise and assist other team members when needed
• Follow all safety rules and guidelines very strictly
• Work in other areas and different departments operating other machines depending on business needs.

What you bring:

• A positive attitude and the willingness to help where needed and learn from others
• An excellent track record of showing up to work daily
• Proven experience as a Press Brake Operator with strong technical skill
• Able to set up jobs on an Accupress Brake machine and make multiple bends in 1 piece of metal.
• Strong technical skills including using precision measuring instruments.
• Familiarity with stamping presses and sheet metal fabrication techniques.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina to stand on cement for 8 or more hours per day.
• Arm and hand mobility
• Able to lift and move heavy materials up to 50 pounds intermittently.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications or associate's degree preferred.

Benefits:

• We are a growing company with incredible possibilities
• General Devices cares about out team members
• Medical, dental and short-term Disability - one premium
• Vision reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid life insurance
• Optional employee-paid life insurance
• 401K (Traditional and Roth)
• PTO (start earning immediately. Can use after 90 days)

Veterans are encouraged to apply
Trained or experienced Press Brake people going through reentry are encouraged to apply
General Devices is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. General Devices is committed to providing team members with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at General Devices are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
NOT ACCEPTING CANDIDATES THROUGH STAFFING AGENCIES

Compensation details: 21-24

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