Bender Operator Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

The Machine Operator I proficiently performs a wide variety of machine operations required for the fabrication of steel parts and assemblies using a variety of steel fabrication equipment for one (1) of the following work areas including the 4k laser, 12k laser, small press brake, large press brake, Wasino, saws, tube bender, or structural. Maintains equipment in a safe and clean condition and performs other duties in support of successful plant operations and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

RESULTS | 50%

Critical 

• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides, and or places material/work piece against stops for subsequent processing.
• Starts and observes machine operation, to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance operation and adjusts machine controls or controls media as required. Calculates and sets controls to regulate factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut; or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Verifies conformance/quality of finished work piece to specifications.
• Effectively communicates with co-workers and internal customers. Display attributes of a team player and positive role model.

Productivity / Job Knowledge 

• Selects, aligns and loads tooling, bits, blades, cutting tools and consumables on or in machines such as mills, lathes, drills, saws, brakes and lasers, and lathes.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Trains others as directed.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly, performs required PM’s and calibrates on machines and equipment and reports all non-conformities to Line Lead, Supervisor or Maintenance until the problem has been rectified.
• Works with little to no supervision.

Dependability 

• Demonstrates a good attendance record; is aware of the impact that missing work will have on the customer as well as co-workers.
• Completes goals/projects on time or ahead of schedule.
• Responds to work assignments and requests by being cooperative and available.
• Follows through and meets commitments.
• Available as a resource to subordinates and/or peers.

Safety 

• Follows safety procedures, protocols, policies, and adheres to all SAFESTART concepts, and acts when others are not holding themselves accountable.

CORE VALUES | 50%

Act Like an Owner. 

• Leads by example and takes ownership in everything you do and or say.
• If you see something, say something and follow through until it's right.
• Treats others with respect and kindness.

Be Interested. Stay Interested. 

• Isn’t complacent. Seizes opportunities to learn by participating in activities to increase understanding.

Create Change. Start With Yourself. 

• Asks "why", is open-minded, and challenges the status quo.
• Leads and supports changes for the sake of improvement.

Seek New Perspectives. 

• Seeks new perspectives from all available sources to challenge your own, and brings them into your decision making process.
• Involves all stakeholders in making decisions. Is open to input from all sources.

Fail Fast. Learn Fast. 

• Considers long and short-term outcomes when making decisions.
• Is fearless.
• Readily admits mistakes.

Requirements

Qualifications and Essential Skills:

• 0-2 years of experience; previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior experience and/or training operating a drill press, saw, shear, press brake and/or CNC equipment preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required; must be able to use computer systems to look-up information, clock-in/clock-out, and report work activities.  Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Good math skills are required; abili