Our Press Brake Operator job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Press Brake Operator role
Press Brake Operator is a skilled position responsible for operating and maintaining press brake machinery in a manufacturing setting to bend, form, and cut metal parts to specifications. The operator must be familiar with safety procedures and be able to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical instructions. The ability to make accurate calculations and adjust settings on the machinery to achieve the desired results is essential.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Press Brake Operator is to use hydraulic or mechanical presses to bend, form, and shape metal into parts according to customer specifications. The Operator is responsible for setting up, running and maintaining the press brake, ensuring that the parts are made with accuracy, quality and safety. This includes reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings, making adjustments to the machine, and performing quality checks to ensure that the parts meet the customer's exact specifications. The Operator also has to monitor and troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the production process.
Press Brake Operator Summary
Press Brake Operator Job Summary
The Press Brake Operator is responsible for operating, controlling, setting up, and maintaining press brakes to form metals to specific dimensions and angles. The operator will read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and other specifications to determine the correct set-up of the machine. They must also ensure accuracy in production, quality control, and safety. The Press Brake Operator must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Press Brake Operator Duties
- Set up and operate press brake machines to bend, form, or straighten metal sheets and plates
- Select machine type and adjust machine settings to the specific requirements of each job
- Position work piece and secure it onto the machine
- Operate foot pedals or hand levers to actuate the press brake
- Monitor machine operation and adjust accordingly
- Inspect finished parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications
- Maintain safe and clean working environment
Press Brake Operator Skills
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings
- Familiarity with press brakes and other sheet-metal machinery
- Ability to set up and program press brakes
- Experience in operating press brakes and other sheet-metal machinery
- Experience in using measuring tools
- Ability to fabricate complex shapes and bends
Press Brake Operator Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
- Ability to set up and adjust press brakes
- Knowledge of basic shop math, including geometry and trigonometry
- Must be able to safely operate a press brake
- Ability to use a variety of hand tools
Personal Traits
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work with precision tools
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Problem solving skills