Press Brake Operator Lead Hand

About the Job: Overlanders Manufacturing is seeking a skilled and experienced Press Brake Operator Lead Hand to join our team. This role requires a dependable professional with strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude, and a minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience operating press brake machinery. This is a key role in ensuring production efficiency, mentoring team members, and maintaining high safety and quality standards.   Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Oversight: Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and monitoring compliance within the Press Brake Department. 
• Quality Assurance: Maintain high-quality standards by conducting first-off inspections and interval checks, and ensuring all parts meet specifications. 
• Workflow Coordination: Expedite jobs between workstations to maintain efficient production flow and minimize downtime.
• Team Leadership & Productivity: Promote a collaborative team environment, ensuring all operators are productive and workloads are balanced across machines.
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Quickly identify and resolve issues related to quality, machinery, or workflow, escalating to the Brake Coordinator or Supervisor when necessary.
• Communication & Collaboration: Demonstrate strong communication skills to effectively liaise with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Training & Support: Assist in training new and existing operators as needed, fostering skill development and consistency.
• Machine Setup & Operation Support: Support machine setup tasks, including tooling selection and adjustments, ensuring readiness for production.

Technical Duties:

• Press Brake Operation: Operate press brake machinery to bend and shape sheet metal according to precise specifications and blueprints.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders to determine required dimensions, angles, and tolerances.
• Machine Programming: Input job specifications into CNC-controlled press brake systems when required, ensuring accurate execution.
• Quality Control: Use measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, protractors, height gauges) to verify part accuracy throughout the bending process for all employees in the brake department.
• Time Management: Organize workflow and prioritize tasks to meet production deadlines and optimize machine utilization.
• Material Handling: Safely operate appropriate handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, or carts based on material requirements.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven ability to lead and support a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 is considered an asset.
• 5+ years in operating hydraulic and mechanical press brake machines, including setup, calibration, and adjustment for various bending operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and job specifications to determine dimensions, angles, and tolerances.
• Proficient in using measuring tools such as calipers, protractors, and gauges to verify accuracy and ensure quality standards.
• Knowledge of sheet metal preparation techniques including cleaning, deburring, trimming, and marking for precise bending.
• Strong understanding of machine mechanics, including stroke length, pressure settings, and alignment for optimal performance.
• Capable of identifying defects such as warping, cracks, or uneven bends and making necessary adjustments to maintain quality.
• Familiar with workplace safety protocols, proper lifting techniques, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to optimize machine setup and cycle times to reduce waste and improve throughput in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to troubleshoot machine issues and make quick, effective decisions to maintain workflow and product quality.
• Works well with others in a production team, communicating effectively to meet project deadlines and quality expectations.

  Employment Details:

• Afternoon Shift: Monday to Thursday, 4:15pm to 2:15am (40 hours per week).
• Wage Range: CA$24 - CA$28 per hour 
• Wage is negotiable based on experience and skills, with higher rates offered to candidates with extensive experience.

  Why Work for Us?:

• Safety First: The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. We integrate workplace safety into all our daily operations, ensuring the safest possible working conditions.
• Fair and Equitable Pay: We believe in fair and equitable pay for all our employees, ensuring that everyone is compensated fairly for their contributions.
• Financial Perks and Support Benefits: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, extended health, and disability benefits, along with life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, company-matched RRSP, bonus plans, and an Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• On-the-Job Training: Whether you have experience or are new to the manufacturing industry, we provide on-the-job training to enhance your skills and help you grow within the company.
• Inclusive Work Environment: We value diversity and strive to create a team-based, inclusive culture where every opinion is valued. We believe in challenging work, rewarding opportunities, and building a future for everyone.
• Belonging and Psychological Safety: We strive to create a culture of belonging and psychological safety, where every team member feels valued and supported.
• Community and Trust: We foster a sense of community and trust within our team, encouraging collaboration and mutual respect.
• Innovative Technology: Utilizing advanced 3D design software and a robust array of specialized metal fabrication equipment, we bring your vision to reality with precision and efficiency.
• Pride in Work: We take pride in our work and are committed to quality manufacturing excellence.
• Quality Assurance: Our commitment to quality assurance best practices and continuous improvement ensures that our products and processes are always evolving. We are ISO 9001 certified, reflecting our dedication to excellence.
• Our Facilities: Our large, clean, indoor manufacturing facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and tools to facilitate 3D designs, a complete range of metal fabrication processes and powder coat finishing. We offer free onsite parking, lockers, and a lunchroom stocked with free coffee and tea.

  We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for interview will be contacted.

About Overlanders Manufacturing LP:

Overlanders Manufacturing LP – A Leader in Precision Metal Fabrication Overlanders Manufacturing LP, a proud subsidiary of Exchange Income Corporation (EIC), has evolved into a leading-edge manufacturer of precision sheet metal and tubular products. We serve commercial and industrial corporations across the greater Vancouver region, western Canada, and the United States, specializing in precision fabrication of metal parts and components.

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