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Mobile Track Solutions, L.L.C.

Brake Press Operator

Mobile Track Solutions, L.L.C., Iowa, Louisiana, United States, 70647

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REPORTS TO Fabrication Team Lead

JOB SCOPE As a Brake Press Operator, under minimal supervision, operate multiple press machines. Fits and fabricates structural steel, completes layout, and inspects finished product.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and understand basic blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts

Responsible for powering up, running, feeding, and powering down the applicable equipment.

Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches

Adjust ram and back gauge locations per process control instructions and blueprints.

Checks height, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges and other precision‑measuring instruments.

Perform complex programming using all features of the press brake.

Work with tight tolerances.

Perform first piece inspections of parts; check quality of parts off machine including measurements

Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned.

Operate overhead crane and jib poles

May perform material handling duties with the use of forklift

Maintains a clean and organized work area and maintains all equipment, to like new appearance according to maintenance plans and established procedures

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co‑workers and management

Continue to grow and learn knowledge and use the tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement

Monitors work environment for hazards and reports all concerns

Follows safety protocol, including wearing all required personal protective equipment

Fill in as needed / Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS Minimum prerequisite education, training, and/or experience required

High school diploma or equivalent

2‑3 years related and adequate training and experience; or Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school is preferable

JOB SPECIFIC CAPABILITIES

Proven experience and knowledge

Mechanically inclined

Work independently with little direction

Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, blueprints, work orders

Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective equipment and clothing (face‑shield, gloves etc. as needed)

Skill and attention to detail

Communication – Ability to read, write and speak English. Must be able to articulate ideas and plans and communicate these accurately and effectively to others.

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

Gripping, grasping with hands and fine manipulation

Hand Tools Used: Clamps, hammers, tape measure, speed square, grinder, wrenches, sockets, punch, level, pliers, paint marker, digital angle gauge

Equipment Used: Forklift, 2 ton lift, 10 ton lift, hand grinder with various attachments, oxygen acetylene torch, etc.

Movement: Constant movement includes: walking, standing; Frequent Movement includes: climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching/squatting

Lift and or Carry: 50Lbs Frequently, over 20lbs constantly

Sensory: Hearing, Speech, Vision, Smell, Tactile

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