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Press Brake, CNC, & Turret Machine Operator

Blue Bird Careers
Full-time
On-site
Fort Valley, Georgia, United States

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Selecting and positioning dies and punches in the bed and ram of press

  • Programming stops on machine and repositioning stock to run through steps required to form parts to completion

  • Verifying dimensions of work piece

  • Performing First Piece Inspection as required

  • Manually programming controller to required specifications

  • Must have previous experience operating press machines


 


ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Understanding of lock out/tag out procedures and ability to use when appropriate

  • Maintain a high level of productivity and quality

  • Follow work center procedures as defined

  • Must be able to understand and follow instructions given in job routers

  • Document and notify Quality of any discrepancies and/or nonconformance's

  • Note any changes and/or recommendations that are needed for future production runs

  • Inspect finished products and parts by comparing them with blueprints and boundary samples

  • Ability to use grinders and other hand tools as necessary


 


 EDUCATION, SKILLS, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:



  • High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

  • Certificate from technical school and/or six months related experience

  • Math Skills: Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division; use of a calculator) will help Press Brake Operators understand instructions, how plans work and make sure items are cut, bent, and formed correctly.

  • Measuring Tool Usage: The use of measuring equipment such as scales, calipers and protractors as necessary to make sure quality specifications are achieved.

  • Problem Solving Skills: Press Brake Operators will need to know when machines are not performing correctly, alert supervision to problems they are experiencing. 

  • Attention to Detail: Being observant and sage is critical to the overall well-being of the employee and his/her co-workers. In addition, Press Brake Operators must take great care in their work.

  • Stamina: Press Brake Operators work doing repetitive movement.


 


 WORKING CONDITIONS:



  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance, and stand for long periods of time

  • Maintain a safe work area

  • Keep work area clean and organized

  • Must be a team player

  • Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)