Laborup
custom fabrication
PressBrakeOperator
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“Press Brake Operator at Laborup. Skills: Press brake operation, Metal forming, Blueprint reading. Calculate required tonnage. Determine correct die openings”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure precision metal forming; Impact quality of fabrication
Industry & Context.
2nd Shift, Monday-Thursday 3PM-11:30PM, Friday 1PM-9:30PM
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma or GED, 2 years experience in fabrication, Calculate basic math problems, Calculate tonnage, Size die openings, Read technical drawings, Understand metal forming concepts, Meet forming tolerances
Nice to Have
Documented safety training, Crane operator training, Forklift training, Proficiency in forming skills, Proficiency in flattening skills, Proficiency in straightening skills, Fabricate jigs and templates, Practical rigging experience, Experience with material handling equipment
What You'll Do.
Calculate required tonnage
Determine correct die openings
Adjust press brake for specifications
Check stock size and thickness
Check stock forming length
Review drawings for bends
Verify dimension correctness
Layout material for pressing
Mark material for pressing
Fabricate custom jigs
Fabricate custom templates
Check formed radius with templates
Check metal edges for straightness
Flatten metal edges if required
Rig and place stock in press
Operate overhead cranes
Perform preventative maintenance
Complete shop paperwork
Maintain stock identification
Full Job Description
**Job Summary** We’re hiring a skilled Press Brake Operator to join our custom fabrication shop. You’ll take ownership of our Press Brake and Plate Roll equipment, ensuring precision metal forming from the initial raw material check to the final adjustments. Your role involves calculating tonnage, reading detailed blueprints, fabricating jigs, and safely utilizing heavy machinery like overhead cranes and rigging equipment to maneuver stock. Join a team where your technical mathematical skills, deep understanding of metal forming concepts, and commitment to exact tolerances directly impact the quality of our specialized fabrication processes. **Compensation** * $20 - $24 / hr **2nd Shift** * Monday – Thursday: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM * Friday: 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM **Responsibilities:** * **Machine Setup & Operation:** Calculate required tonnage and determine correct die openings for various metals. Make fine adjustments on the press brake until stock is formed to exact specifications. * **Quality & Precision:** Check size, thickness, and forming stock length of plates. Review drawings to determine bends and verify dimension correctness. * **Forming & Fabrication:** Layout and mark material for pressing. Fabricate custom jigs and templates. Check the formed radius of stock using templates, chords, and layout lines. Check metal edges for straightness and flatten if required. * **Material Handling & Rigging:** Safely rig and place stock in the press. Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other handling equipment to move heavy materials across the shop floor. * **Equipment Maintenance:** Perform routine preventative maintenance on the Press Brake and Plate Roll equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. * **Shop Administration:** Accurately complete all necessary shop paperwork and maintain clear identification of all formed stock pieces. **Requirements** **Qualifications:** Required * **Education & Experience:** High School Diploma, GED, or at least 2 years of expe
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