Press Brake Operator

Overview

NWA Steel dba Alternative Design Manufacturing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Press Brake Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and setting up press brake machines to bend and shape sheet metal components with precision and efficiency. Your expertise will contribute to the production of high-quality metal fabrications, ensuring that all parts meet strict specifications and safety standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced machinery in a fast-paced environment where craftsmanship and accuracy are valued.

Duties & Requirements

• Set up, operate, and trains all fabricating machines such as brakes, shears, wire straightener, ironworker, cutting equipment, and turret.
• Reads and interprets job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Reads/understand engineering blueprints to layout, measure, and mark workpieces.
• Adjust machine tooling and parameters for optimal performance and consistent output. Setting up stop or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
• Positions workpiece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade.
• Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate the machine.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Measures piece dimensions to determine the accuracy of machine operation.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
• Set up the machine, stack, mark, pack, and transport finished workpieces.
• Follows verbal/written instructions regarding duties to be performed.
• Maintains production records.
• Performs online go-not-go testing and inspection to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
• Perform assigned tasks as required.
• Work in a safe manner.
• Ability to use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges for quality control purposes.
• Basic shop math skills including measurement conversions, geometry calculations, and unit conversions.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3 + years experience or the equivalent of experience and education in machine operation, strong skills in mechanics.
• Familiar with all phases of metal fabrication
• Computer skills are a plus.

What we offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance. Paid vacation, Paid holidays.

NWA Steel dba Alternative Design Manufacturing is a Drug-Free Workplace and is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person