press brake operator

Additional Information

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 44 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Metal product fabrication industry

Tasks

• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines
• Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot or cold forging to shape or form metal
• Position heated or cooled metal pieces on die of press or other forging machinery
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist
• Troubleshoot, perform corrective action or minor repairs

Equipment and machinery experience

• AutoCAD
• Computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Metal forming or shaping operations experience

• Bending
• Cutting machine

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Safety glasses/goggles
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Long term benefits

• Other benefits