Brake Press Operator

**OPERATOR**

Drive Products Inc. is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. We are guided in our work by four core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. We bring brand owners and packaging experts together to generate fresh thinking, accelerate advanced technology and increase speed-to-market, package customization and consumer differentiation. Our expertise is rooted in shared core values grown from the heritage of our small businesses and strategic acquisitions. Collectively, we are stronger and more responsive, with a broader geographic footprint. Together, we are Drive Products Inc., the trusted leader in global change in the packaging industry.

We are growing and have multiple openings within our Manufacturing group at our Morden, MB facility. Our Operator position is the first level of management on the manufacturing floor and is responsible for overseeing all operations for that floor. This position will work closely with the Production Manager and other members of the team to ensure a successful end to end process from order to delivery to wrapping customer orders.

**Job Purpose**

**Major Responsibilities**
- Safely operate Machine(s) based on on-the-job training, standardized operating procedures, detailed work instructions and manufacturer’s requirements.
- Safety check for machine and supporting equipment and advise supervisor of any concerns.
- Perform autonomous maintenance and complete safety check sheets. (Shift Pre-Start checklist)
- Setup machine safely to ensure all guards/interlocks/light curtains are in working order and pinch points and/or potential hazards are eliminated with mínimal supervision.
- Determine the sequence of operations and feed material through machine.
- Ensure completed production orders are kept in an organized manner; through utilizing proper bin selection, tagging, pallet sizes and routed to the next operation.
- Monitor operation of machines to clear blockage, prevent jams and breakage and assure adequate lubrication of feed stock.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Layout, setup and operate a CNC Press Brake and bend components according to specifications

**Quality Management System**
- Ensure site compliance to all company’s SOPs, labor, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Take prompt corrective action if required.
- Will support the Plant Supervisor and be equally responsible for the quality compliance for all the brake press products. Will also be responsible for the inspection to ensure that the highest compliance is achieved.

**Health & Safety**
- Will support the Plant Supervisor and be equally responsible for safety compliance on the shopfloor for the people within his leadership.
- Ensure and oversee all HS and JHSC rules and regulations are in force.
- Review and take appropriate action relating to health and safety recommendations and concerns.

**Skills**
- Good communication skills
- Confident decision making
- Ability to act quickly
- Effective planning and organization
- An eye for detail
- Ability to take ownership
- Able to lift weight up to 50lbs
- Physically fit

**Detailed**
- Able to read/understand drawings, schematics, and technical bulletins
- Safety Conscious Team Player
- An ability to adapt to rapidly changing working conditions
- Fast Paced Environment
- Dependable and punctual employee

During certain periods, may experience high volumes of activities as per the responsibilities listed above. Additional or irregular hours may be required as deemed operationally necessary.

**Working Conditions**

While the job description listed is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technological developments)

**Benefits**
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- 401k plan with company match
- Performance-based bonus program
- Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
- Employee referral program

**Qualifications**
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- 1+ years of experience as a Plasma Operator with references
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings accurately and load files into the machine and computer
- Ability to work independently in a busy environment
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Able to work well under pressure and strong attention to detail.
- Knowledge of Hand, Air and Measuring tools.
- Knowledge of industry standard machinery and equipment used in a truck shop environment

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance