Press Brake Set Up (Machine Operator)

Peerless-AV® is a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning audio solutions for over 75 years.  Our AV solutions range from interactive kiosks, outdoor displays, video wall mounts and more.  You may not know Peerless-AV® by name, but you have likely seen our products in malls, amusement parks, hotels, sport stadiums and/or different restaurant drive-thru.

• We are leading the industry by providing our customers with standard-setting product quality, service and value.
• We strive to create a fun work environment throughout the year, not just during the holiday seasons.  Employees look forward to our company parties with raffles, contests, lunch and laughs.

To Set and Run jobs in the fabrication department. This position will be work Monday - Friday, 5:00 am - 1:30 pm.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Diploma

   Experience:

• Minimum of four years fabrication experience

Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to set up and operate a wide variety of equipment
• Reading blueprints/schematics
• Ability to use squares, tape measures and calipers for quality checks.
• Positive can-do attitude
• Quality control on finished products in an ISO environment
• Supervise and inspect operators work.

ESSENTIAL RESULTS:

• Working knowledge of press-brakes including Cincinnati, Trumpf, Ras, knowledge of tooling for each machine
• Working knowledge of tapping, timesaver, punch press, drilling, and Pem insertion is essential for this job.
• Working knowledge of Haas, Mazak and threading machines
• Read and interpret shop orders, including drawings, routings, and set-up sheets
• Verify correct raw material or work in progress material
• Able to bend stainless steel, mild steel and aluminum
• Able to determine proper tooling to make progressive bends
• Able to determine tonnage, k-factors for all bends
• Bend or joggle to the specified dimension
• Responsible for maintaining quality and documenting all in process specifications
• Responsible for filling out paperwork and time clock reporting associated with work performed
• Perform job duties in a safe and effective manner
• Report machine problems such as air or oil leaks to lead man or supervisor
• Producing prototypes and necessary inspection forms in a timely manner.
• Proper stacking and care of parts thru fabrication.
• Knowledge of 2, 4 and 6 axis back gauging.
• Ability to request tooling when needed.
• Clear communication with quality, engineering and product development when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITION:

• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends as needed.
• Must be physically capable of standing/bending/stooping/squeezing 8+ hour shift(s)
• Must be able to lift, carry and/or move up to 30 lbs. on a given day without assistance and 31-70 lbs. with assistance.
• Must have the ability to push, pull material and equipment as needed.
• Must be able to wear required safety equipment including gloves and glasses.

We offer stability, competitive pay, plus outstanding benefits, including Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO health plan with eye and dental care, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and a friendly, progressive work environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.