Manual Press Brake Machinist - Slaughter, La

Evaluation Hire

$27-33/Hr.

Mon-Thursday 7 AM-3:30 PM; Fridays 6 am - 2:30 pm

Express Employment Professionals, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm, is currently hiring for a First Class Plate Forming/Press Brake Operator for a client in Slaughter, La. This client is looking for someone who will be responsible for fabricating heavy equipment to specifications. The ideal candidate has 2 years Press Brake Experience and 2 Years Plate Forming Experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret specifications and blueprints.
• Perform simple to highly complex plate forming according to blueprints and layout specifications.
• Move material to next station or to store
• Perform general housekeeping/clean up in assigned area
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be able to read and follow structural drawings
• Torch cutting
• Arc gouging
• Must be able to read a tape measure
• Ability to work in and maintain a safe work environment
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using measurements
• Knowledge of all equipment and tools necessary to perform the duties required.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment to move and align materials, including forklifts and overhead cranes
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 50 lbs, climb up and down ladders, bending and squatting, use sledgehammers up to 20 lbs
• Experience working with the following equipment: hand grinder, measuring tools, burning equipment, hammers, material handling equipment, saws, and other fabrication equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Varying standing and sitting for extended periods throughout the day.
• Occasional lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.
• Exposure to varying environments including loud, hot, and smoke-filled areas.

Express Employment Professionals has a variety of job opportunities available. We place individuals in fields such as light industrial, skilled trades, office services, and professional fields. Whether you are looking for part-time, full-time, contract, evaluation hire, or direct hire positions, our team is available to assist you. We place in the following areas: East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, and Livingston Parish. Please give us a call at (225) -448-0130 to learn how our team may be able to assist you with your employment needs.

A full description of all open employment opportunities can be found on our website: Express Employment Professionals.