Press Brake Operator at Airedale by Modine, Bradford
Airedale by Modine · Direct employer
Pay not stated
Bradford · Permanent
Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator
As part of Bradford’s development towards sheet metal self-sufficiency an excellent opportunity has arisen for Press Brake Operators reporting to the Sheet Metal Department Team Leader working on the afternoon shift.
Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator Role
- To operate any of three Amada press brakes to achieve output, efficiency and quality targets
- To conduct tool changes and tool maintenance
- To ensure completed work is checked off, identified and passed on to assembly, weld or paint in a controlled and organised manner
- To record output and quality information as specified
- To support the Sheet Metal Team leader and Machine Programmer in problem solving and continuous improvement activities relating to the folding operation
- To ensure all safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times and to contribute to building a safety first culture in the department
- To contribute to the general maintenance of the sheet metal department by conducting basic maintenance, 5s and cleaning activities
Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator Desired Skills/Experience
- Knowledge and extensive practical experience operating an automated Press Brakes
- Tool changeover and tool maintenance
- The desire to help construct a sheet metal department from scratch with an open mind to new innovative methods
- Ability to work independently and with initiative to achieve production targets
- Ability to perform part dimensional inspection and the mathematical ability needed to make machine adjustments
- Outstanding attention to detail and evidence of an inquisitive nature and spirit of continuous improvement
- Excellent communication skills and ability and desire to work as part of a team
- Excellent IT skills
Afternoon shift
- Monday to Thursday: 13:55pm to 21:55pm
- Friday: 11:15am to 18:55pm
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