Position: Press Brake Operator
Reports to: Departmental Supervisor
Position location: 602 E. Walnut Street, Watseka, IL 60970
Company Overview: We are a leading metal manufacturing company committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of delivering top-notch metal products to our customers.
Position Mission:
Operate a press brake and small stamping press to shape parts according to specifications. Use hand tools to set up the press based on print requirements. Perform detailed inspections using measurement tools, ensuring parts meet print specifications and check sheet criteria.
Compensation: $20.00 – $22.00/ hr.
$1.50/hour shift differential for second and third shifts.
Revision Level: R1 (4/16/2025)
Essential Roles and Responsibilities Overview:
- Accurately read and use a tape measure
- Properly operate calipers, protractor, use a veneer scale
- Understand how to read angles and dimensions on blueprints
- Identify and select the correct dies for proper part forming
- Set dies with clear direction and support
- Perform minor ram adjustments with assistance
- Make minor back-gauge adjustments with assistance
- Demonstrate basic print reading skills
- Operate equipment to run parts as instructed
- Inspect parts against print specifications with guidance
- Perform continuous inspections, comparing products to approved samples to ensure compliance with customer specifications and ISO/TS standards.
- Independently set up dies and punches
- Adjust ram settings without assistance
- Adjust back gauges as needed for production
- Make basic edits or adjustments to existing CNC programs
- Apply basic print reading skills with minimal supervision
- Independently inspect parts to ensure they meet print specifications
Qualifications and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Strong physical dexterity, basic math skills, and ability to lift to 50 pounds.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Familiarity with basic measurement tools, such as tape measures, Vernier calipers, thread gauges, and torque wrenches, required.
Key Attributes:
- Maintains reliable attendance, working required hours and overtime as needed to complete tasks accurately and on time.
- Keeps the workspace clean, organized, and efficient.
- Provides timely and accurate feedback to co-workers and management.
- Communicates effectively with colleagues and leadership to promote teamwork and collaboration.
- Follows company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including ISO, TS16949, and safety guidelines.
- Accepts responsibilities and instructions with a positive attitude, treating others with respect and professionalism.
- Exemplifies integrity, professionalism, and a positive work ethic, serving as a role model for others.
Benefits Overview:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Company Holidays
- Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employer Paid Short Term and Long Disability Insurance