Press Brake Operator I, II

Press Brake Operators perform setup and operation of press brake machines to cost-effectively produce high-quality steel stainless steel or aluminum parts to meet customer specifications. The press brake operator must possess good hand-eye coordination a steady hand and the ability to interpret plans and follow both written and verbal directions. The press brake operator must have good analytical and mathematical skills to interpret drawings templates and blueprints that accompany each project. This position requires the ability to read gauges and other measurement tools to determine adherence to drawing FunctionsTo accomplish this job an individual must be able to perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential up and program the press brake to form parts in compliance with prints and written specifications; select appropriate methods and tools for part design calculate bend allowances and confirm that formed parts meet all requirementsIdentify parts that are nonconforming to requirements and follow the appropriate procedures to control nonconforming productPackage completed orders and complete all required documentationInspects equipment daily for damage; promptly reports issues to supervision and may enter work orders or communicate with maintenance personnel; may perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on tools & equipment usedMaintains a clean organized and safe work areaFollows directions consistently and accepts responsibility for actions and work productComplies with applicable manufacturing processes work procedures and supervisor instructionsAdheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize hazards and ensure employee safetyMay assist with training other operatorsPerforms other job-related duties as assignedRegular attendance on-site at the workplace is requiredLevel II may provide training to level I operatorsRequired Education and Work Experience:High School diploma or GED equivalent is requiredExperience requirements vary based on position posted salary range reflects a broad range inclusive level I and II positions.A minimum of two (2) yearsexperience in the metals industry operating a press brake;recent vocational training in a metal-working or other technical role may be considered in lieu of work experience levels are required for placement at Level Required Skills and AbilitiesExperience reading and accurately interpreting shop blueprints technical drawings and customer specifications is requiredExperience using precision measuring instruments including mics and calipers is preferredAerospace manufacturing experience is preferredFamiliar with the tooling and set up procedures for different thicknesses of metalsAbility to calculate bend allowances for different thicknesses of metalsAbility usingprecision measuring instrumentsincluding tape measure calipers micrometers and angle findersTeam player who works well with others in a fast paced customer service oriented environmentPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentRegularly stand and walk throughout the facility stand for long periods to perform job dutiesRegularly lift carry (short distances) and push/pull up to 50 pounds using peer assistance and/or other lifting & material-handling equipmentRegularlyreaches overhead and reaches out or down to perform dutiesOccasionally bend crawl stoop squat or kneelFrequently uses hand or fingers to manually inspect parts and operate tools and/or material handling controlsVisual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devicesWork in a fast paced industrial environment wearing hearing protection eye protection steel-toed shoes and other appropriate protective clothingWorking ConditionsWork is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:Excessive noise (hearing protection required)Dust smoke mist fumes/vapors (regularly)Extreme temperatures (occasionally)Hazardous equipment including forklifts hand tools cranes or other lifting devices and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (regularly)The use of PPE including hearing protection eye and hand protection and use of safety footwear is requiredThis position is classified as position must meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship orAn individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e. a Green Card holder) orAn individual who is granted status as a protected personAbout Accurus Aerospace Kent LLCAccurus Aerospace Kent LLC was founded in 1977 in Kent WA. Over the past three decades Accurus has evolved into a preferred supplier of sheet metal fabricated parts high-precision machined parts kits and bench top assemblies to the Aerospace and Defense in a 47000 square foot facility only 15 minutes from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Accurus is a center of Aerospace excellence and one-stop source for high-speed precision machining fabrication and assembly.