Mediabistro logo
job logo

OPERATOR OF PRESS BRAKE FOR METAL FABRICATION

Zehnder Rittling, Buffalo, NY, United States


Overview
Zehnder Rittling is seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator (including set-up) to join our manufacturing team. This dependable candidate will have experience with set-up, operation and maintenance of mechanical brake presses and feeders for aluminum and steel fin and bracket components. The Machine Operator will work closely with other team members to meet production goals while adhering to safety standards.

Schedule

5:30 am to 4:00 pm, 10 hour shift, Monday through Thursday

5:30 am to 4:00 pm, 10 hour shift, overtime when needed on Friday

5:30 am to 11:30 am, 6 hour shift, overtime when needed on Saturday

Responsibilities

Reviews job order to determine customer specifications.

Determines dies necessary to run job.

Sets up press, positions dies, sets ram, etc.

Operates press at speed necessary to produce required product quantities and meet quality standards.

Sets feeder (i.e. to size of fin and stroke feed).

Performs periodic inspection of product to ensure quality.

Completes paperwork specific to jobs.

Works in a safe manner, utilizing all required personal protective equipment.

Assists in all other areas of the cell. Maintains flexibility to transfer to other cells to assist when needed.

Performs autonomous maintenance on equipment.

Works as part of the team and continuously seeks to identify and eliminate non-value added processes and waste.

Education And/or Experience

Prior manufacturing experience with set-up and operation of presses

Basic mechanical skills and ability to use small hand tools

Prior vocational/trade school background preferred

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and utilize measuring equipment such as calipers/micrometer. Ability to read a tape measure.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Specific vision requirements include close vision.

Must regularly be able to use hands to handle, feel, talk and hear.

The majority of the workday requires standing and walking, reaching, bending, stooping and lifting.

Compensation and Location
Salary: $17.00 to $20.00 per hour

Location: Zehnder Rittling, 100 Rittling Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14220

#J-18808-Ljbffr