Brake Press Operator

7 hours ago

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada High Bar Brands Full time

At Dieter's, part of High Bar Brands, we have been manufacturing quality truck accessories since 1976. We are proud to have become one of the most respected names in the truck aftermarket industry by listening to our customers and then delivering a product that not only meets expectations – but exceeds them. Our dedicated craftspeople have access to state-of-the-art equipment and use only the best quality stainless steel to design, develop, and manufacture the parts that have built our brand.

You will accurately and efficiently complete the following functions of the job.

Brake Press Operation

  • Read specifications or follow verbal instructions
  • Lay out, set up, and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines such as shears, power presses, saws, plate rolls, drills, brakes, slitters, punch presses, computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment, and other hand tools to cut, bend, roll, ream, punch and drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products.
  • Use various measuring tools to check the product for the correct shape, dimensions, and other specifications.
  • Accurately and promptly report all manufactured quantities for acceptable and scrap parts for each work order in the ERP system. Reporting errors must be communicated to your supervisor.

Machinery Set Up and Trouble Shooting

Ensure brake presses, turret punches, and lasers are set up appropriately for long and short-run orders.

  • Load lasers with appropriate steel sheets for orders.
  • Troubleshoot production machinery to keep the shift running by performing minor corrections or repairs.
  • Start up and set up additional machines if basic troubleshooting procedures fail.
  • Contact appropriate management personnel for machinery emergencies that would otherwise result in shift cancellation.
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to read alpha and numeric work orders and part numbers
  • Ability to use measuring equipment such as verniers and angle protractors
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Communicate with all levels of the Company using excellent written and verbal skills.
  • Work independently without excessive supervision and review work for accuracy within specified time constraints.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Completion of high school and/or equivalent experience
  • Post-secondary education in a CNC Set-Up or Maintenance or equivalent mechanical knowledge
  • Valid Forklift Certification
  • Five or more years of experience in a Brake Press role
  • Two or more years of experience operating a Turret Punch and Laser

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

As an equal employment opportunity company, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights, and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.

In compliance with Ontario Bill 149, this posting is for a newly created position.

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