Brake Press Operator 1st Or 2nd Shift
Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working with QPS! QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Brake Press Operator at a company in Racine, WI. This is a potential to hire position for 1st or 2nd shift. Apply now!
Brake Press Operator Responsibilities:
- Set up and prepare brake press machinery for operation by selecting appropriate tooling, installing dies, and adjusting machine settings such as tonnage, stroke length, and back gauge positions
- Load raw materials, typically metal sheets or plates, onto the brake press machine, ensuring proper alignment and placement for bending operations
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and job orders to understand bending sequences, dimensions, tolerances, and other specifications required for the fabrication of metal parts
- Operate brake press machine to accurately bend and form metal parts according to specified angles, dimensions, and tolerances, following established procedures and safety protocols
- Inspect finished parts for defects, accuracy, and conformance to quality standards using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Identify and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or quality issues during production, taking corrective actions to maintain product quality and efficiency
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on brake press machinery, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn or damaged tooling and components, to ensure optimal performance and longevity
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while operating brake press machinery, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safe work practices to prevent accidents or injuries
- Maintain accurate records of production activities, including job setups, material usage, production quantities, and quality inspection results, to track productivity and ensure traceability
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other team members to coordinate workflow, prioritize tasks, and address production issues or concerns in a timely manner
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and waste reduction in brake press operations, contributing to overall operational excellence and customer satisfaction
Requirements For Brake Press Operator:
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least two years of set-up and operating experience, preferably with Amada HFB-FBD or Safan Darley equipment
- Solid background working with sheet metal
- Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
- Proven measurement and math (fraction/decimal and metric conversion) skills
- Able to read blueprints
- Able to distinguish material types including aluminum, steel, and stainless steel
- Positive attitude
- Able to work in a team
- Outstanding attention to detail