Bender I

Job Title: Bender
Reports To: Bend Lead / Shop Foreman
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

1st & 2nd shift openings

Pay $17/hr - $20/hr - Direct Hire

Job Overview
Set up and operate machine to bend structural shapes such as bars, rods, pipes and tubes; without supervision.

Responsibilities and Duties
•    Train to operate and setup to bender:
•    Identify differences in tube bender machines and which machines a specific part needs to run on
•    Identify correct tooling set required to make part, including identifying specific part size and the center line radius of the bend (ex: 2” OD X 2” CLR)
•    Identify components of tube bending process: Bend Die, Clamp Die, Pressure Die, Mandrel, & Wiper Die
•    Learn proper setup of bender tooling including alignment, clamp and pressure
•    Learn to tear down bender when starting a new production part
•    Bend Parts required for production
•    Perform quality Inspection of parts
•    Be able to operate at least one (1) CNC machine
•    All other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities                              
None

Competencies                              
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
•    Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
•    Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
•    Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
•    Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
•    Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
•    Language – Must be proficient in English.  Reading, comprehending and understand the English language.  

Computer Skills
Basic knowledge of computers

Education and or/experience
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferred

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:
•    Safety Glasses – ANSI Z87 – with side shields everywhere in the plant
•    Sturdy Work Shoes – hard sole / leather uppers (no tennis shoes unless designed to meet OSHA safety standards)
•    Hearing Protection
•    Gloves as necessary

Physical Demands
See corresponding Job Analysis

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those 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 moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.