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Weco Manufacturing Press Brake Operator in Ontario, New York
Press Brake Operator
Ontario, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=6364+Dean+Parkway+Ontario+NY+USA+14519)
Description
Weco is a value-added single-source contract manufacturer of machined components, finished fabricated sheet metal, and assembled metal products. Our three facilities encompass all aspects of metal product manufacturing including our own on-site finishing with powder, paint, and graphics capability. We serve the OEM Industrial, Healthcare/Medical Device, Aerospace/Defense, Renewable Energy, and Electronics by manufacturing both conventional and the most technically demanding items. We have been doing just that for companies from Fortune 500 to small and midsize firms since 1952.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work with a team of talented professionals
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Generous Paid Time Off
Several health insurance plan options with a generous employer contribution to the premium
Long term disability fully paid for by the company
Enhanced short term disability fully paid for by the company
Life insurance fully paid for by the company
Employee Assistance program
Dental and vision insurance
401k plan with company match
HRA and HSA options for pre-tax savings with an employer funded HRA benefit
Pet insurance enrollment option
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Sets up and operates variety of brake press machines. Responsible for machine set-up, inputting data to form designed parts, fitting and provide accurate measurements.
Current Machines
· Amada Press Brake with NC9-EX controls
· Amada Press Brake, FAB III-8025 NT with NC PC controls
Job Duties:
Operate press break machine.
Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches.
Use a CNC controller to input information into machine.
Adjust ram and back gauge locations per process control instructions and blueprints.
Checks height, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges and other precision-measuring instruments.
Perform complex programming using all features of the press brake.
Work with tight tolerances.
Produce parts for assembly operations.
Meet customer specifications and delivery requirements.
Program the CNC to produce new parts meeting specifications.
Perform spot inspections of parts.
Perform all required routine and minor maintenance activities according to procedures.
Complete and maintain paperwork.
Identify assembly parts.
Set up light gauge metal.
Configure bend allowances for sheet metal (stainless, aluminum & regular steel).
Check machine for defects and repair if necessary.
Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned.
Read drawings and blueprints.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Five to ten years of experience in the industry preferred
Special Skills:
Math Skills: Good math skills will help press brake operators understand complex instructions, how schematics work and make sure items are designed and built correctly.
Problem Solving Skills: Press brake operators will need to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fix errors.
Attention to Detail: Press brakes are precision equipment. Being off by millimeters could be a critical error. Keen attention to detail is required.
Mechanical and Technical Skills: Machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand CAD/CAM technology.
Stamina: Press brake operators often work long hours doing repetitive movements.
Must be able to life 10lbs to 50lbs.
Salary Description
$20-25