Brake Press Operator - 2nd or 3rd Shift; West Bend

Brake Press Operator - 2nd or 3rd Shift (West Bend)

Location:

West Bend, WI.
Job : . # of Openings: 4.
Category: Manufacturing.
Type: Regular Full-Time.

Reporting to the Brake Press Supervisor, this role is primarily responsible for the daily setup and operation of Cincinnati hydraulic CNC controlled press brakes in a just‑in‑time fabrication shop, with assistance as required. The operator may assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as needed.

• Set up and operate a hydraulic press or punch press for routine established work.
• Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
• Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from a supervisor or a lead.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
• Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background.
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
• Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
• Ability to use a forklift.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self‑motivation skills and ability to multi‑task.
• A High School diploma or GED Equivalent.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic setup is desired.

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity are encouraged to apply.

• Lift/Carry: 25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally.

• Push/Pull: 25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally.

• Reach Overhead with magnet assist.

• Climb, Squat/Bend/Kneel, Sit, Stand, Walk/Move About.

• Equipment operated includes various hand tools, grinders, Dyanfile, sanding, overhead crane, and measurement devices.

• Personal Protective Equipment:
Steel toe/metatarsal required, hearing protection, eye protection, safety shoes, gloves.

• Environment:
Temperature 60‑100°F, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.