Press Brake Operator — 1st Shift

Summary:  

Perform duties involving the shearing of plate and bar stock materials to specified sizes for further processing operations.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING.  OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED:

• Work from bills of material, blueprints, sketches and instructions from supervision.
• Lay out; determine stock needs and shearing procedures to utilize material with minimal drop loss.
• Set gauge stops, feed and remove material from shear manually or with crane and shear to size.
• Direct machine operator in material handling and shearing functions.
• Perform inspection of sheared pieces to maintain specified quality.
• Service shear by changing dull or damaged shear blades, oiling, greasing and adjusting equipment.
• Use forklift equipment and floor controlled overhead crane equipment as necessary to move parts and materials; use care to lift and balance loads properly; operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material, improper operations and unusual conditions to supervision.
• Use powered shear, hand tools including hammer, wrenches, dividers, calipers, compass, tape measure, straight edge and rule.
• Exercise proper care in the use of tools, equipment and materials.
• Detect and report faulty equipment, defective material, improper operations and unusual conditions to supervision.
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

 

COMPETENCIES:

• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming.
• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization’s goals and values.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Motivation – Measures self against standard of excellence.
• Professionalism – Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Initiative – Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics – Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Oral Communication – Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication – Able to read and interpret written information.
• Math – Must have basic knowledge of shop math.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE: Use decimals, fractions and other ordinary arithmetic.  Requires interpretation to adhere to requirements.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  Over 3 and up to 12 months of previous qualifying experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  At the employee’s request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.