Reed Family Companies Careers

PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR

175 ton x 12’ Accurpress

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Set-up and operate 175 ton x 12’ Accurpress press brake machine
• Bend and form sheet metal as needed per job ticket and print issued.
  • Size of bends will be anywhere from 1” to 120”
  • Sheet metal thicknesses range from 20ga up to 3/8”
  • Sheet metal weights range from 5# up to 250# each
  • Sheet metal dimensions may be as large as 5’x10’ in size
• Familiarity with “tolerances” - +/-1 degree
• Self-inspect and evaluate the quality of products before forwarding to the next step in the fulfillment process.
• Other duties deemed necessary to support the Company's business operations (ie. Cross-trainable)
• Perform work at or above pre-established performance objectives.
• Keep the work area clean and organized, follow 5S guidelines.
• Follow work direction and training provided by higher level welding personnel.
• Actively participate in the Company’s continuous improvement efforts by identifying and communicating basic process improvements.
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks
• Proven reliability - attendance and punctuality!
• 50LB max lifting weight. (Frequent use of overhead cranes required). Repetitious bending and standing for extended periods of time to be expected. 
• All other duties deemed necessary including cross training to work in other roles as         needed to support company goals

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Blueprint reading
• Forklift and crane operations
• Possess mathematical problem-solving ability
• Demonstrate appropriate use of tools, technology, and equipment
• Knowledge of mathematical principals such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and converting between decimals, percentages, fractions, and whole numbers
• Material identification – steel, aluminum, stainless

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent reaching and lifting 0-50 lbs. Overhead cranes available.
• Requires ability to grip with hands/fingers for sustained periods of time

• Repetitious bending and standing for extended periods of time to be expected. 

• Frequent bending/ twisting/ turning
• Frequent and extended periods of standing and walking required
• Operation of equipment and machinery such as overhead cranes and/or forklifts
• Remaining alert to surroundings, specifically when operating equipment and/or machinery
• Must be able to reason and partake in critical decision making.
• Attention to detail and concentration towards task at hand.

Minimum Education and Experience Preferred:

• High School diploma or GED
• 2-3 years press brake set-up and operations experience preferred
• Training/Experience in overhead crane and forklift use

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Stepp Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law