Brake Press Operator

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for performing fabrication operations and activities involved in the production of equipment that is manufactured at the JCB North America. 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Establish and operate sheet metal equipment under minimal supervision to fabricate as well as form products as per engineering drawings and parameters.
• Perform loading and unloading of material by changing tools and select required machine programs.
• Inspect and maintain press braking operative equipment for conformance with safety requirements.
• Ensure to correct issues related to safety before performing operations.
• Prioritize production runs to assure customer orders are concluded on time, maximize machine run time plus productivity.
• Maintain and manage machine as well as tooling cleanliness and in good physical shape.
• Inspects all manufactured parts following work in process inspection methods and ensure to accomplish engineering specifications.
• Resolve quality as well as mechanical problems and repair minor issues along with equipment adjustments as required.
• Perform from blueprints, engineering parameters as well as production schedules.
• Ensure to setup sheet for accessible for part being established or complete.
• Apply Problem Solving Tools and Techniques to assist Fabrications in the elimination of defects.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma
• One year of experience in fast paced manufacturing environment
• One year of experience operating Brake Press

• Must pass any drug screens, background checks and any pre-employments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment manufacturing
• Two years of experience operating Brake Press
• One year of fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Multitask while maintaining a sense of urgency
• Flexibility with work activities
• Ability to operate bending presses, lasers and various hand tools
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment as required

Job Conditions       

• Manufacturing/factory environment
• Subject to noise and temperature changes

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including but not limited to 12 hour shifts/7 days a week.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities.  These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including:  hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED