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Skills Inc., one of Washington State’s largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer’s requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community. 

JOB SUMMARY 

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Brake Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will identify and pull correct material identified on a manufacturing order, set up and operate Amada Press Brake to dimensions specified on manufacturing work order and deliver finished material to other work areas and complete detailed work orders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Ability to identify the proper bend sequences.

•    Ability to identify the proper tooling for usage. 

•    Operate Press Brake. 

•    Ability to prepare and run setups and forming operations.

•    Reading, comprehending, and ability to follow work order instructions. 

•    Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of bend lines, or dimensions and tolerances.

•    Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

•    Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

•    Create task-sheets so that other Brake press workers can run jobs within the shop.

•    Able to fill out skills in-process inspection sheet.

•    Prepare and run setups and forming operations. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

•    Ability to identify potential issues with machinery, parts or process.

•    Knowledge of and ability to apply basic mathematical skills to the work environment (such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers).

•    Knowledge or experience working in an inclusive work environment, particularly those persons with disabilities.

•    Knowledge of blueprints and or PCMs.

•    Accepting of criticism and ability to deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.

•    Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

•    Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities with excellent attention to detail.

•    Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.  

•    Ability to provide direction and guidance.

•    Knowledge of and aptitude toward mechanical processes and techniques.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

•    Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.    

•    Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology. 

CONFIDENTIALITY 

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.  

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

•    High school diploma or equivalent.

•    Exposure to Manufacturing Environment.

ITAR – US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.’s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the 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. 

•    Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.

•    Constant reaching forward and below waist level.

•    Constant sitting at a work station.

•    Constant use of fingers/hands/arms to grasp, pinch, pull and feel.

•    Frequent bending/squatting.

•    Frequent exposure to loud noise.

•    Frequent lifting or moving up to 30lbs and occasional lifting up to 50lbs.

•    Frequent repetitive motions.

•    Occasional exposure to airborne particles.

•    Occasional standing and/or walking. 

•    Use of industry-standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Definitions:

Constant (67-100% of shift)

Frequent (34-66% of shift)

Occasional (11-33% of shift)

SHIFT ASSIGNMENT

1st Shift; Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm

TOTAL REWARDS SUMMARY

At Skills Inc., our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents, which is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan to eligible employees.

SALARY DESCRIPTION

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting Social Enterprise and is organized as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit. We have three lines of business; Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, and Business Solutions, that operate in 2 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission three ways; direct hire, vocational programs and services, and as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $17.00-$27.00

EEO and ADA STATEMENT

Skills Inc. is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invite employees, participants in our services, vendors, and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age, ability, gender, race, sexual orientation, perspectives, and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believe our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities, activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.