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Dimensional Innovations

Press Brake Operator

Dimensional Innovations, Shawnee, Kansas, United States, 66203

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SUMMARY DI exists to relieve the world of mediocre experiences and to create remarkable ones. Our people make the remarkable possible through an unwavering display of uncommon commitment each day.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS

Prepare and operate machines to perform tasks such as cutting, bending and programming using all features of the press brake

Understand specifications of the task at hand, determine which brake dies are used based on the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, etc.

Adjust machine settings to adhere to established product specifications and monitor work to ensure the machine is functioning properly

Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines

Prepare a test run to check if the machine produces outputs according to specifications

Perform process and maintain tight tolerances and quality requirements

Responsible for set‑up maintenance and operation of equipment in the press brake

Responsible for inspecting the quality of raw materials before fabrication use

Communicate proactively to Production Supervisor‑Metal any issues related to material quality, machine issues or any items negatively impacting product output

Perform routine and minor maintenance activities as needed

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Can translate the requirements of part drawings into measurements for production

Ensures every machine procedure is done in accordance with the strict guidelines of the company

Is mechanically minded and willing to be cross trained in a variety of fabrication functions and operating software

Has experience reading and understanding manufacturing blueprints

Has experience using tools such as calipers, protractors and tape measures to confirm dimensions against drawings

Understands manufacturing tolerances

Has strong problem‑solving skills to know why machines are not at peak performance and can adjust settings to increase output and fix any errors

Ability to apply basic sheet metal forming fundamentals

Understands the relationship between a press brake tool and the bend radius

Follows all company safety protocol especially during equipment operations

Ensures the machine is consistently clean and calibrated

Ability to work in a team environment

Committed to maintaining consistent and on‑time attendance

Ability to retain and apply instructions

Has excellent attention to detail/precision and consistently avoids critical errors with components

Ability to multi‑task with effective time management skills

Ability to communicate in and understand English

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Strong math skills and the ability to understand and process complex work instructions

AutoCAD and SolidWorks training helpful

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, climb, crouch, or crawl

The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Employee must be able to talk and hear

WORK ENVIRONMENT Due to our onsite fabrication process, the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, an employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.

INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM? Permission to play at DI starts with the ability to be a team player, possess a positive attitude while under a tight deadline and demonstrate an uncommon commitment to your work. Please visit our website (www.dimin.com) to see some of the amazing work we do!

This is an hourly (non‑exempt) position. DI offers a full benefit package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance along with Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity. Additionally, we offer a 401(k) with a match, Health Savings Account match, Paid Time Off (PTO), 7 paid holidays plus an employee chosen Floating Holiday annually, and paid Parental Leave.

In 2018, DI incorporated the Great Game of Business principles into the way we do things. The program is designed to create a business of business people, provide transparency into company performance and directly tie daily behavior to impact DIs performance. GGOB allows for the potential of quarterly bonuses as company goals are achieved.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements. No phone calls please. For more information about working at DI and a full list of available opportunities, please visit https://dimin.com/about/careers.

Candidates must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test and hold a valid driver’s license. Dimensional Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer and depends on diversity of ideas, skills and perspectives to solve the world's toughest creative challenges, encouraging and amplifying every voice so we can create remarkable experiences for all.

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