Press Brake Operator
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Press Brake Operator

Ontario, NY (

Description

Description

Weco is a value-added single-source contract manufacturer of machined components, finished fabricated sheet metal, and assembled metal products. Our three facilities encompass all aspects of metal product manufacturing including our own on-site finishing with powder, paint, and graphics capability. We serve the OEM Industrial, Healthcare/Medical Device, Aerospace/Defense, Renewable Energy, and Electronics by manufacturing both conventional and the most technically demanding items.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to work with a team of talented professionals.

• Chance to make a significant impact on the company's bottom line.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 11:00 - 9:30.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Sets up and operates variety of brake press machines. Responsible for machine set-up, inputting data to form designed parts, fitting and provide accurate measurements.

Current Machines

· Amada Press Brake with NC9-EX controls

· Amada Press Brake, FAB III-8025 NT with NC PC controls

Job Duties:

• Operate press break machine.

• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches.

• Use a CNC controller to input information into machine.

• 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.

• Produce parts for assembly operations.

• Meet customer specifications and delivery requirements.

• Program the CNC to produce new parts meeting specifications.

• Perform spot inspections of parts.

• Perform all required routine and minor maintenance activities according to procedures.

• Complete and maintain paperwork.

• Identify assembly parts.

• Set up light gauge metal.

• Configure bend allowances for sheet metal (stainless, aluminum & regular steel).

• Check machine for defects and repair if necessary.

• Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned.

• Read drawings and blueprints.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Five to ten years of experience in the industry preferred

Special Skills:

• Math Skills: Good math skills will help press brake operators understand complex instructions, how schematics work and make sure items are designed and built correctly.

• Problem Solving Skills: Press brake operators will need to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fix errors.

• Attention to Detail: Press brakes are precision equipment. Being off by millimeters could be a critical error. Keen attention to detail is required.

• Mechanical and Technical Skills: Machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand CAD/CAM technology.

• Stamina: Press brake operators often work long hours doing repetitive movements.

• Must be able to life 10lbs to 50lbs.

Salary Description

$23 - $29/hour (based on experience)