Brake Operator at Custom Air Products & Services Inc – Houston, Texas

Brake Press Operator

Custom Air Products & Services, Inc. is an aggressively growing company always looking for qualified individuals with a strong work ethic, a commitment to excellence and a desire to join a winning team. We have been proudly serving the Houston and surrounding areas, providing quality service and customized installation of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.

Job Description:

Responsible for machine set-up, inputting data to form designed parts, fitting and provide accurate measurements.

Job Duties:

• Operate press break machine.
• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches.
• Use a CNC controller to input information into machine.
• Adjust ram and back gauge locations per process control instructions and blueprints.
• Checks height, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges and other precision-measuring instruments.
• Perform complex programming using all features of the press brake.
• Work with tight tolerances.
• Produce parts for assembly operations.
• Meet customer specifications and delivery requirements.
• Program the CNC to produce new parts meeting specifications.
• Perform spot inspections of parts.
• Perform all required routine and minor maintenance activities according to procedures.
• Complete and maintain paperwork.
• Identify assembly parts.
• Set up light gauge metal.
• Configure bend allowances for sheet metal (stainless, aluminum & regular steel).
• Check machine for defects and repair if necessary.
• Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned.
• Read drawings and blueprints.

Special Skills:

• Math Skills: Good math skills will help press brake operators understand complex instructions, how schematics work and make sure items are designed and built correctly.
• Problem Solving Skills: Press brake operators will need to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fix errors.
• Attention to Detail: Press brakes are precision equipment. Being off by millimeters could be a critical error. Keen attention to detail is required.
• Mechanical and Technical Skills: Machines controlled by computers will need operators who understand CAD/CAM technology.
• Stamina: Press brake operators often work long hours doing repetitive movements.
• Must be able to lift 10lbs to 50lbs.

Certification Required:

• N/A

Work Experience Required:

• 5+ years in the industry

Benefits:

• 2 week’s Paid Vacation
• 10 Paid holidays
• 401K & company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription plan
• Life insurance and disability

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