Sheet Metal Punch Operator
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Position Description
BRADFORD AFTERNOON SHIFT SHEET METAL PUNCH OPERATOR
The Opportunity
As part of Bradford’s development towards sheet metal self-sufficiency an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Punching Centre Operator reporting to the Sheet Metal Department Team Leader working on the afternoon shift.
Key Responsibilities
- To operate an Amada sheet metal punch centre combined with a loading tower and automated part picker to achieve output, efficiency and quality targets
- To conduct tool changes and tool maintenance
- To ensure completed work is checked off, identified and passed on to folding in a controlled and organised manner
- To record output and quality information as specified
- To support the Sheet Metal Team leader and Machine Programmer in problem solving and continuous improvement activities relating to the punch centre
- To ensure all safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times and to contribute to building a safety first culture in the department
- To contribute to the general maintenance of the sheet metal department by conducting basic maintenance, 5S and cleaning activities
Required Education & Qualifications
- Knowledge and extensive practical experience operating an automated sheet metal punching centre
- Punch tool changeover and tool maintenance
- The desire to help construct a sheet metal department from scratch with an open mind to new innovative methods
- Ability to work independently and with initiative to achieve production targets
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Evidence of an inquisitive nature and spirit of continuous improvement
- Excellent communication skills and the ability and desire to work as part of a team
- Excellent IT skills
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Afternoon shift - 13:55pm to 21:55pm Monday to Thursday, 11:15am to 18:55pm Friday