Brake Press Operator

Job Title 

?Brake Press Operator 

Position Location 

?Warsaw, IN 

Pay/hours for position 

?$16.50+ 

Requirements of position 

?JOB REQUIREMENTS 

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:  

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently 

• Must be available to work 1st shift (7a-3:30p) 

• Must be open/willing to work overtime as needed 

• Demonstrated ability to use and interpret measurement tools such as tape measure, micrometers and calipers 

• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, BOM’s and associated procedures 

• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision 

• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks 

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude 

• Basic math skills and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to operate some or all the following types of equipment: Presses, Laser Turret, Welder, Table Saws, Edgers, Paint Sprayers, Mills and other Manufacturing Equipment as needed 

• Ability to identify and communicate basic process improvements 

• Must possess high level of attention to detail 

• Ability to work well in a team environment 

• The ability to make decisions on imperfect information 

• The ability to multitask and bias towards actions 

• Proven reliability – attendance and punctuality 

• Ability to use the following hand tools:  drills, screw drivers, hammers, etc. 

Minimum Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED preferred.  

• 2 years of previous experience in operating specific specialized equipment outside of Milestone or 2 years of demonstrated experience operating a variety of different types of machinery. 

• Must have at least 1 year of prior brake press or fabrication experience 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for 8 hours/day while making coordinated movements of the hands and fingers to grasp/pinch and manipulate objects. This may include frequent use of vibrating/pneumatic tools, overhead and outstretched reaching with arms, bending/twisting/stooping, kneeling/squatting and frequently lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs throughout the day and occasionally up to 50lbs as needed. Also, may occasionally include pushing/pulling up to 75 lbs.  

• May occasionally be exposed to dust and spray fumes. 

• Regular shop assembly/distribution center environment (warehouse is not climate controlled) 

Steel-toed shoes are required for working in this position. 

Responsibilities of position 

?DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• According to work assignment description and scheduling, correctly setup and operate various machines, follow the production and quality procedures following prints and checking materials for defects, maintain production materials, inspect product to ensure high quality. Able to run various different types of equipment.  

• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams    

• Basic or routine troubleshooting 

• Able to operate material handling equipment:  (Forklift, Stand Behinds, Trucks) if necessary 

• Conducting machine and production changeovers as required 

• Certified to operate various workstations/positions within the facility to meet production needs 

• Inspect measurements and product to ensure quality and accuracy 

• Transport the product to the correct location when completed 

• Update all completed work in the correct system per the schedule 

• Ability to understand and execute verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed 

• Ability to perform and demonstrate all manufacturing procedures after training. 

• Complete clean-up responsibilities and maintain workstation according to 5S procedure 

• Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement? 

• Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in safety programs, initiatives, and investigations