Press Brake Operator

Baker Industries, a subsidiary of Lincoln Electric, is a manufacturing partner for custom tooling, fixtures, & molds. Innovative solutions for ergonomics, lightweight, precision & speed.

Req. ID: 23744 

The press brake operator will use a Cincinnati press brake to bend, shape, cut, and manipulate steel, aluminum, and Invar® plates (typically ranging from 5/8" to 1.5") to form aerospace tooling facesheets.

• Operate a hydraulic press brake to manufacture aerospace tooling facesheets from metal plates, forming straight rolls, taper, and dish shapes to 3D data using waterjet-cut forming templates
• Prepare, set up, and adjust press brake as required by product plans and production schedules
• Plasma and torch cut bevels
• Fit facesheets to substructures/eggcrates
• Measure and align materials to be used
• Inspect products, evaluating finished pieces for compliance with quality standards and project specifications
• Perform routine maintenance on the press brake
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Document actions by completing production timesheets
• Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of experience operating a hydraulic press brake – experience forming aerospace tooling facesheets preferred
• Ability to safely and effectively operate or learn to operate press brake controls
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints and project plans
• Basic computer and math skills
• Ability to pass a drug test, with little or no notice, in compliance with the law
• Ability to pass a background check in compliance with the law
• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government

Export Control Disclaimer: This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with The Lincoln Electric Company (D/B/A Baker Industries) is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. The Lincoln Electric Company, at its sole discretion, may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled data, technology, and/or software source code may require authorization. The Lincoln Electric Company may also decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee is frequently required to work from ladders and scaffolding. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

Lincoln Electric provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Lincoln Electric complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Lincoln Electric expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement by the Manager of Recruiting & Training will become the property of Lincoln Electric. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms. Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be modified at any time at the sole discretion of Lincoln Electric.

• Health and Wellness: Lincoln Electric offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their eligible family members.
• Retirement Program: Lincoln Electric provides a 401(k) Plan with a generous employer match for eligible employees.
• Flexible Spending: Contribute pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical or dependent care expenses.
• Life Insurance: Lincoln Electric offers both basic and supplemental life insurance for our employees.
• Disability Insurance: Lincoln Electric provides disability insurance for employees who need to take time off due to a personal illness or injury.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Lincoln Electric provides tuition reimbursement to eligible employees to further their education.
• Vacation: Lincoln Electric offers paid vacation to our employees based on tenure.
• Profit-Sharing: Available to eligible employees, bonuses are based on both company and individual performance.
• Stock Purchase Plan: Lincoln Electric offers a convenient way for employees to become shareholders in the Company.
• Health Advocate: Designed to assist employees and family members who are enrolled in our medical plans, the Health Advocate assists with resolving inquiries about claims, arranging for specialty care, coordinating care between multiple providers, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program: Lincoln Electric employees and their family members have access to the services of an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to include personal counseling, legal, financial, and child/elder care resources.
• Discounts: Lincoln Electric employees are eligible for several discounts, including the purchase of Lincoln Electric products, automobiles through select manufacturers, mobile phone services, computers and accessories, and more.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is meant to serve as a general overview of the benefits offered by Lincoln Electric. Because the availability of benefits may vary based on region, location or company, please ask your recruiter about benefits during the interview process.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.

Lincoln Electric is a $3.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ) with over 11,000 employees around the world.  With operations in over 56 manufacturing locations in 19 countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and poised to grow with our customers. As a part of that continuing legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to the world’s challenges.  It is a great time to be part of the welding industry!

Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.  Resumes submitted to any employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement, by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become property of Lincoln Electric.  Verbal or written commitments from any other member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms.  Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the Recruiting Department.

Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time 
Function: Manufacturing 
Section:  Lincoln Cleveland (US10) 

EOE, including disability/veterans