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Brake Press Operator
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KCC Companies .
KCC Companies is an employee‑owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
Our Mission: KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee‑owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.
Base Pay Range $24.00/hr — $24.00/hr
Benefits
DailyPay - “Work Today, Get Paid Today!”
9 Paid Holidays
Quarterly bonuses
Quarterly rate increase
Health, Dental, Vision insurance and other ancillary coverages
401K
Monthly Accrued Vacation
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Safety Shoe Voucher Program
Summary Set‑up and operate a brake press to bend sheet metal to drawing specifications. Must be capable of utilizing common measurement devices to check part compliance with specifications.
Essential Functions
Receives work instructions, prints and routes for the job.
Utilizes measuring devices such as protractor, vernier calipers, micrometer, thickness gauge, machinist square, etc. to check and verify accuracy.
Knowledge of press brake operation and material limitations.
Performs operator daily maintenance of machine and tooling as required.
Knowledge of press brake tooling and tooling applications.
Responsible for setting up press brake tooling.
Responsible for programming the operation of a CNC press brake.
Thorough understanding of press brake and heavy machinery safety.
Thorough understanding of sheet metal handling safety.
Capable of reading part drawings and understanding tolerance requirements.
Capable of lifting 50 pounds without the use of lifting equipment.
Capable of setting ram pressure and adjustment to assure correct die clearance due to metal thickness as indicated by measurement devices.
Capable of understanding and operating press brake controls and can stand for extended periods of time.
Additional Responsibilities
May be required to obtain a fork truck driver’s license.
Reporting machine and tooling problems to Team Leader.
May be required to assist maintenance in the repair of press brake.
Maintains safeguarding personal protective equipment and a clean, safe work area.
Stopping unsafe acts.
Other duties as assigned by Team Leader.
Recommends drawing changes, equipment changes or improvements, and reduces setup time and tooling costs.
Qualifications
Metal forming training/apprenticeship.
Capable of using common measuring equipment for sheet metal.
Work involves varying degrees of precision and control where damage could be caused by lack of required skills.
Accident hazards can involve lifting injuries, cuts, electrical shock, and in severe cases, amputation. The work area must be examined before and monitored during work to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Safety/Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Requires bending, stooping, and standing.
Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours per day. (Overtime may extend time period).
Good visual and spatial perception.
Follow established safety policies including, but not limited to, mobile equipment, PPE, emergency response, HAZCOM, first‑aid response, etc.
KCC COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
For any questions you can contact:
Terra Beaver – Talent Specialist – tbeaver@kccmfg.com – 502‑493‑5848
Laura Zoghbi – Talent Specialist – lzoghbi@kccmfg.com – 502‑493‑5859
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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Brake Press Operator
role at
KCC Companies .
KCC Companies is an employee‑owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
Our Mission: KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee‑owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.
Base Pay Range $24.00/hr — $24.00/hr
Benefits
DailyPay - “Work Today, Get Paid Today!”
9 Paid Holidays
Quarterly bonuses
Quarterly rate increase
Health, Dental, Vision insurance and other ancillary coverages
401K
Monthly Accrued Vacation
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Safety Shoe Voucher Program
Summary Set‑up and operate a brake press to bend sheet metal to drawing specifications. Must be capable of utilizing common measurement devices to check part compliance with specifications.
Essential Functions
Receives work instructions, prints and routes for the job.
Utilizes measuring devices such as protractor, vernier calipers, micrometer, thickness gauge, machinist square, etc. to check and verify accuracy.
Knowledge of press brake operation and material limitations.
Performs operator daily maintenance of machine and tooling as required.
Knowledge of press brake tooling and tooling applications.
Responsible for setting up press brake tooling.
Responsible for programming the operation of a CNC press brake.
Thorough understanding of press brake and heavy machinery safety.
Thorough understanding of sheet metal handling safety.
Capable of reading part drawings and understanding tolerance requirements.
Capable of lifting 50 pounds without the use of lifting equipment.
Capable of setting ram pressure and adjustment to assure correct die clearance due to metal thickness as indicated by measurement devices.
Capable of understanding and operating press brake controls and can stand for extended periods of time.
Additional Responsibilities
May be required to obtain a fork truck driver’s license.
Reporting machine and tooling problems to Team Leader.
May be required to assist maintenance in the repair of press brake.
Maintains safeguarding personal protective equipment and a clean, safe work area.
Stopping unsafe acts.
Other duties as assigned by Team Leader.
Recommends drawing changes, equipment changes or improvements, and reduces setup time and tooling costs.
Qualifications
Metal forming training/apprenticeship.
Capable of using common measuring equipment for sheet metal.
Work involves varying degrees of precision and control where damage could be caused by lack of required skills.
Accident hazards can involve lifting injuries, cuts, electrical shock, and in severe cases, amputation. The work area must be examined before and monitored during work to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Safety/Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Requires bending, stooping, and standing.
Must be able to stand from six (6) to eight (8) hours per day. (Overtime may extend time period).
Good visual and spatial perception.
Follow established safety policies including, but not limited to, mobile equipment, PPE, emergency response, HAZCOM, first‑aid response, etc.
KCC COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
For any questions you can contact:
Terra Beaver – Talent Specialist – tbeaver@kccmfg.com – 502‑493‑5848
Laura Zoghbi – Talent Specialist – lzoghbi@kccmfg.com – 502‑493‑5859
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KCC Companies by 2x.
Get notified about new Press Operator jobs in
Louisville, KY .
#J-18808-Ljbffr