Press Brake Operator

Press Brake Machine Operator

1st Shift

Cooksey Steel is seeking a Press Brake Machine Operator in Tifton, GA. Cooksey Steel is a solid, growth oriented, carbon-steel (plate, beam, tube) distribution center servicing the commercial, construction, and fabrication industries.

The Brake Press Operator is responsible for operating a Brake Press machine for producing parts and tools from metal using a brake press, a computer numeric controlled (CNC) piece of equipment that makes precision bends, punches or cuts into material.

Essential Functions:

• Plans machining by studying & understanding work orders, blue prints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations on surfaces, and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Prepares and operates Brake Press machine with the proper program, tools and material for specified part.
• Prepares and loads raw materials and parts onto the machines.
• Checks height, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges and other precision-measuring instruments.
• Monitors the machines as they execute the tasks and makes any necessary adjustment to produce a quality product.
• Inspects and measures finished products and compares to the requirements to determine if the process was completed properly.
• Notifies team leader immediately of any problems when running a part.
• Completes production paperwork, follows shop system data collection procedures and follows inspection procedures on a daily basis.
• Performs daily maintenance and inspection of equipment to ensure functionality.
• Notifies management of product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions, and or personal injuries.
• Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly and safe manner to include returning tools to designated areas.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a brake press machine operator.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
• Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
• Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

Occupation requires physical activity more than 66% of the time (> 5.5 hours per day)

• Stand, walk, sit, handling/fingering, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend
• Lift, carry, push and/or pull 51 -- 100 lbs. with assistance

Other Physical Requirements:

Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Steel-toed boots
• Hard hats with chin strap; chin strap must be worn at all times while in the warehouse
• Protective eyewear
• Hand protection
• Arm guards/sleeves
• Visual acuity (correctable) to read instructions, safely operate machines and visually inspect parts
• Hearing protection if required by the hearing conservation program

Work Environment:

May be exposed to some of the following working conditions.

• Environmental temperature changes hot & cold
• Working inside and outside of an industrial warehouse
• Moderate to loud noise levels
• Vibration
• Oils, dust, fumes and metallic particles

• High School diploma or Equivalent
• Two year technical degree and/or apprenticeship
• National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) certificate preferred
• Basic reading and writing comprehension in English (to read work order instructions, safety and policy manuals)
• Proven experience as a Brake Press Operator
• Ability to comprehend oral and written communication
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings & documents, blue prints