Press brake operator Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Job Description – Press Operator

Summary :

Ensure parts are within specifications and checks are done on time while providing input on tooling issues

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Visually inspects parts for quality as per inspection instructions (minimum 15 minute requirement) and informs lead hand or supervisor of quality issues
• Ensure contamination escalation procedures are followed.  Parts must be acceptable before stacking / filling the production population bins
• Report malfunctioning dies and equipment to Press Technician / Lead Hand or Supervisor immediately
• Perform quality checks as required in ERP SYSTEM (completes first offs)
• Assist with the loading, unloading of dies and rings from press, including re-sets with the direction of Press Technician / Lead Hand.
• Assists Press Technician with die changes as required
• Perform strip startups and press restarts when press faults occur under direction of Press Technician / Lead Hands
• Enters all relevant production data into ERP SYSTEM hourly (including day by hour boards)
• Accurate recording of time including time clock, job activities, and other data entry and instructions, including Policy, Employee and Safety Manuals
• Attends all company specified training as required
• Participates in continuous improvement activities
• Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times (5S concept)
• Other duties as assigned within the general scope of manufacturing
• Accurate recording of time including time-clock, job activities and other data entry
• Regular and punctual attendance at work
• Compliance with relevant policies, procedures and instructions including Code of Conduct

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities