3rd Shift Brake Press - Machine Operator / Set-Up

Pay: $18-21 / hr+

Shift: 3rd

This is a contract to hire position, with the potential to be hired in after 90 days.

EG Workforce Solutions is hiring a Brake Press Operator on behalf of a premier company in Galesburg, MI! The Brake Press Set-Up Machine Operator is responsible for interpreting a 3-D blueprint and operating the Press Brake Machine to take a 2-D part and properly form a product.

Responsibilities

Setting up manufacturing equipment for daily use and applying first part inspection.

Check parts and make corrections before running additional parts as part of our first part inspection process.

Maintaining equipment and machinery so they can operate safely.

Training and overseeing other employees on specialty machines.

Maintaining the understanding of operating procedures for their machines.

Proposing improvements to the process or machines as needed.

Reporting safety hazards within the work environment.

Qualifications:

Previous Brake Press Operator experience is required.

Ability to read and use protractors to measure angles.

Exceptional ability to read blueprints that are complex in nature with respect to tight tolerances and vinyl placement so that proper bending and forming take place.

Ability to convert decimals to fractions and solid mathematical skills.

Strong attention to detail for set ups with respect to numbers and tool set ups.

Great communication when working with others on the job.

Excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot potential issues.

Resourcefulness in learning new manuals and processes.

Outstanding attention to detail with the ability to understand mechanics and technical tasks.

Ability to identify issues or problems in operations or maintenance.

Physical stamina and strength and the ability to stand for up to 8 hours per day.

Safety management mindset.

Focus on quality control.

Dexterity and hand-eye coordination, including the ability to grasp, manipulate, and assemble parts and components that are often very small.

Mechanical and technical skills.

Ability to problem solve and understand labels and written instructions.

Lifting requirements up to 50lbs single and 200 lb 2-person lifts, must be able to bend, twist and reach.

Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements:

High school diploma or GED

3+ years of Machine Operator and Preventative Maintenance experience.

Ability to read and understand blueprints/CAD drawings.

Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as Email.

Ability to work with pneumatic and battery powered tools.

Ability to work with and understand protractors, calipers, and other measuring tools.

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