job opening - press brake operator

Department: Production

Reports to: Plant Manager

Shift: 1st

  • J&E Companies is a sheet metal and fabrication company. We are a leader in the sheet metal and fabrication industry. We currently have an immediate need for a Versatile candidate who can set up and operate Press Brake for our Lakeville location.

  • -Set up and operate press brake machines and other equipment as required.

    -Run forming operations using standard and custom punches.

    -Use a CNC controller to input information into a machine that pertains to the part being formed.

    -Adjust ram and back gauge positions as needed

    - Checks height, depth, and thickness using calipers, gauges, and other precision-measuring instruments.

    -Perform complex programming using all features of the press brake.

    -Work with customer tolerances to meet specifications.

    - Meet customer specifications and delivery requirements.

    -Perform spot inspections of parts.

    -Perform general maintenance on press brakes as needed

    - Complete and maintain paperwork.

    -Configure bend allowances for sheet metal (stainless, aluminum & regular steel).

    -Ensure the machine is calibrated and cleaned.

    -Read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

  • Three years of experience with setting up and operating Press Brake.

    - High school diploma or equivalent.

    -Three years of experience in a metal manufacturing environment

    -Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

    - Ability to use measuring instruments (e. g. gauges, micrometers, calipers).

    -Must be able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to machining problems.

  • -Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

    - Ability to stand the entire shift

    -Requires routine lifting, bending, leaning, kneeling, etc.

  • -Manufacturing facility

    -Noise levels can be high depending on the job being run

J&E Manufacturing is an EEO employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Position: Press Brake Operator

Location: Shakopee, MN

Salary: $23.00 to $27.00/hr.