Brake Operator in Lebanon, Missouri at Detroit Tool Metal Products

Why should you work for us…

Benefits include:

Competitive PayHealth Benefits after ONLY 30 days (FREE healthcare options for employee)Paid Time Off (PTO)401k Matching after ONLY 30 daysTuition ReimbursementOngoing Skill Based Pay Increases possible after 90 daysMonthly Bonus OpportunitiesMonthly Catered LuncheonsAdvancement OpportunitiesOn The Job TrainingPaid Holidays

Job Summary:

Brake operator sets up and operates power brake to bend, form, and straighten sheet metal and structures shapes to blueprint specification.

Job Responsibilities:

Selects, positions, and aligns dies in machine ram and bed

Turns setscrews or bolts to fasten clamp bar that holds dies in position

Lays out or details layout on work stock from blueprints

Starts machine to lower ram or depresses pedal to activate ram that bends metal

Use part prints and shop math to figure important measurements for the parts being made

Use radius gauges to inspect parts when needed

Willingness to assist in other areas as needed

Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications (Required)

At least 18 years of age (required at all locations)

High School diploma or GED (required at all locations)

Job Qualifications (Preferred):

Previous manufacturing experience

Ability to use measuring and gauging tools such as micrometer, caliper, and radius gauges

Math and blueprint reading skills sufficient to setup production presses

Physical Requirements of the Job:

Frequent walking, standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting and lifting for 8-12 hours per day

Able to work in non-climate-controlled and noisy environment

Frequent overhead reaching and reaching with both hands

Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting or maneuvering loads up to 50 lbs

Able to wear and tolerate Personal Protective Equipment (apparel and devices)

Vision acuity, corrected or uncorrected, capable of reading documents, blueprints, gauges, equipment settings, calibration instruments, parts labels and written materials

Reliable to come to work every day and be on-time

Flexible work availability, including Overtime during the week and weekends