Press Operator
Summary
Operates industrial rubber-pressing machinery to manufacture mining wear parts, following technical specs and safety standards in a fabrication shop.
Be part of our story as a Press Operator at our Cercado de Lima, Peru plant.
Who we are?
Bradken is a partner to the mining and resources sector and a leader in wear parts. At Bradken Lima (Linings S.A.), we are consolidating our growth by offering a wide range of mining wear solutions for the South American market.
Bradken’s 3,000-strong team is inclusive, diverse, and full of opportunities, with more than 100 professions and trades across 19 countries.
What will your role be?
As a Press Operator within Bradken Lima (Linings S.A.)’s Production team, you will take on a skilled, committed role in our fabrication shop. In this role, you will perform rubber liner pressing in line with current codes, specifications, and standards, ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.
Key responsibilities:
- Perform all press activities required by the area lead, according to work orders.
- Laminate rubber on the mill and prepare mixes as needed to execute pressing.
- Communicate and work closely with Quality Control, Safety, and Maintenance.
- Support general workshop requirements and maintain order and cleanliness (5S) in your work area.
- Maintain a safe work environment, ensuring compliance with company labor practices and health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Minimum education: High school.
- Employment certificate in a similar role.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Press Operator.
- Desirable: knowledge of liner models to be pressed and rubber milling/lamination.
- Ability to read and interpret 2D/3D drawings.
- Knowledge of materials, metrology, calculations, and quality control.
- Ability to operate power tools (grinder, angle grinder, etc.).
Skills & competencies:
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
- Ability to interpret technical information or instructions.
- Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Effective teamwork, with a strong work ethic, organization, planning, and attention to detail.
Why join our team?
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy—physically and mentally—has always been our top priority.
Bradken Lima (Linings S.A.) benefits:
- Be part of a company with a global footprint.
- Safety-first culture.
- Statutory benefits from day one (health insurance, bonuses, CTS, paid holidays, and vacation).
- Professional development/training opportunities.
- Meal/food card benefit.
- Career projection within a company with a global footprint.
This position will be located in Lima, Lima, Peru.
If you’re interested in this position, please contact Gonzalo Zevallos at gzevallos@bradken.com.
With 100 years of knowledge and experience, the future offers endless opportunities.
Before starting employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.
Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all hiring decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
As published by greenhouse · 9 questions
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV
- Preferred First Name optional
- Do you have specific experience operating presses to manufacture rubber liners?
- Have you laminated rubber on a mill and prepared mixes for pressing in line with quality specifications/work orders?
- Do you read and interpret 2D/3D drawings and apply tolerances/metrology to release parts for quality?
- Have you used power tools (grinder, angle grinder, etc.) for preparation/adjustments associated with pressing?
- Are you available to work rotating shifts and on-site at the Cercado de Lima plant?
- Where do you currently reside? (District, city, and department)
- What is your expected gross monthly salary (S/.)?
- Are you available to start immediately? If not, how long would you need to start?