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Laser Tech LLC

Press Brake Operator

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A Press or Press Brake Operator operates a press brake, a machine used to bend sheet metal into shape.

$45,696 / year median in California

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Press Brake Operator Laser Tech LLC Riverside, CA Job Details $22 - $28 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Inspection gauge Machine shop presses Press brake machine Mechanical blueprint interpretation Press operation Measurement-based inspection Maintaining an organized workspace Blueprint specification interpretation Tooling Sheet metal fabrication English Forklift Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Shop math CNC tooling Dimensional measurements Precision measurement in machining Safety equipment Clean workspace maintenance Hand tools Material handling equipment operation
Full Job Description Description:
The Press Brake Operator position takes sheet metal in a flat form and shapes it to the finished dimensions per the supplied drawing. This includes interpreting the drawing, determining the proper forming steps, determining the proper tooling needed, programming the press brake, forming the part and inspecting the part using the proper tools to insure it complies with the drawing. The Operator will read the shop traveler and incorporate any special instructions for manufacturing. The Operator will produce the parts in the proper quantity and insure the count is correct and then package the finished product for shipment or move it to the next location for additional processing.
Requirements:
Skill Requirements The Operator should have good motor skills and eye hand coordination. The position requires good analytical and mathematical skills to interpret drawings, blueprints and templates that accompany the product. The Operator is required to use general hand tools and inspection equipment such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, protractors, hammers, wrenches, grinders, etc. The Operator must be safety conscious at all times and wear appropriate personal safety equipment as assigned by his supervisor. The Operator must be able to work in an organized manner and keep the machinery and work area clean and functional at all times. The Operator should be able to determine the most efficient process for forming and bending the product to produce the desired product. The Operator should have basic computer skills to program the machine, properly secure the finished program and retrieve the programs as required. The Operator should be able to operate a fork lift. The Operator must be able to make job decisions and work with minimal supervision. The Operator should be flexible and able to set up and run multiple parts per day as needed. Work Conditions General light industrial environment. May be noisy at times. Non temperature controlled environment. Enclosed tilt up building with cross ventilation and fluorescent lighting. Lifting required up to 50 lbs. Casual attire with personal protective equipment worn as designated by the Supervisor. Educational and Work Requirements High school education or equivalent technical training is required. Must be able to read English. Should be competent in reading blueprints, shop travelers and general technical information. Minimum of 5 years of job experience in a job shop environment with varying products is optimal. Other Requirements Other job functions may be applicable as deemed by the Supervisor.