Job Description

Job Summary:
The Press Brake Operator is responsible to prepare and run the press brake machine to bend and form parts and materials for vehicles.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
-    Preparation and run bend setups and forming operations
-    Work with supervisor to ensure material for each job is on schedule
-    Requisition parts and equipment as necessary
-    Liaise with supervisor on problems to achieve efficient repair
-    Maintain a clean and tidy work area
-    Complete all documentation including inspection sheets, certificates, and receipts applying signatures as appropriate
-    Identify abnormalities and repairs required as result of internal actions and advise the supervisor accordingly
-    Identify areas of process improvement, cost and waste reduction
-    Work in an efficient and timely manner
-    Undertake relevant training and development as required
-    Carry out work orders within a realistic time line ensuring that deadlines are met
-    Maintain cooperative working relationships, and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population
-    Record all hours worked accurately

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
-    General maintenance of the press brake machine
-    Adhere to and carry out existing work practices, procedures and policies
-    Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate
-    Understand and comply with safety and environmental policies
-    Other duties as assigned

INTERACTION WITH:
-    Stock room as well as numerous levels of internal staff within a variety of departments
-    Occasional customer interaction

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 3 years' experience working with Press Brake Machine

EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED equivalent

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
-    Must have full understanding of print reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part
-    Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision
-    Excellent listening skills
-    Take and understand measurements
-    Ability to follow directions
-    Ability to maintain focus
-    Meet deadlines
-    Math skills required (add, subtract, divide, and geometry)
-    Reading abilities required (including schematics and blueprints)
-    Ability to write legibly
-    Follow safety and materials policies and procedures
-    Attention to detail

EQUIPMENT USED:
-    Tape measure
-    Press Brake
-    Pallet Jack
-    Protractor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
-    Must be able to pass physical exam
-    Ability to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
-    Ability to exert maximum force to pull and carry objects
-    Extended periods of standing, bending, squatting
-    Vision a minimum 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
-    Good hearing

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
-    Lenco Industries supports and complies with all Federal and State Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) requirements.
-    All employees are required to comply with and participate in all Lenco Industries' SHE programs.
-    Safety is everyone's responsibility.
-    Working safely is a precondition of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
-    Heated and well-ventilated factory with bright lighting and epoxied floors
-    Work shirts provided
-    Team Environment with periodic company luncheons and celebratory functions
-    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions