Press Brake Operator

Metals USA has an immediate opening for a Press Brake Operator in the Oakwood, GA location. The Press Brake Operator regularly performs routine to moderately advanced production activities requiring demonstrated skill and competency in production processes and machine operation acquired through an apprenticeship and/or considerable training.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Positions work pieces for processing, operating a single point machine to process work pieces by cutting, sawing and grinding.
• Uses gauges, calipers indicators or rulers for measurement.
• Programs machine from standard drawing file.
• Operates overhead crane.
• Determines processing specifications such as materials, tool requirements, dimensions and tolerances by reviewing blueprints, orders, or other written specifications.
• Installs and aligns specified blades, and fixtures using gauges, templates, feelers, shims or hand tools.
• Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
• Adjusts controls to set cutting speed, depth and feed rates.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies or work pieces.
• Complies with company and OSHA safety policies and safe work practices.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a saw operator.

Skills/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and write in English (to read work order instructions, safety and policy manuals).
• Ability to read and measure a tape, caliper or micrometer and blueprints.
• Ability to calculate and convert decimals and fractions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows software (for loading up design to be burned).
• Minimum one (2) years' experience as a machine operator.
• Knowledge of matching procedures.
• Experience operating an overhead crane / forklift operator.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
• Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Excellent Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentives
• 401(k) and match
• 3 weeks of PTO begins accruing on hire date
• Quarterly Safety Bonus

Metals USA, Inc. is a national network of over 45 metals service centers providing processed carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, red metals, and manufactured metal components to a wide range of industries including land and marine transportation, energy, aerospace, defense, appliance manufacturing, furniture, commercial construction, machinery and equipment, and residential remodeling. Metals USA performs such value-added processes as cutting, sawing, punching, shot blasting, surface grinding, and drilling for delivery to customers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.