Description JIREH METAL PRODUCTS Job Description: Press Brake Lead Location: Grandville, MI Reports To: Production Manager Interfaces With: Production, Engineering, Quality, Material Handling, Maintenance Role Purpose • Lead the safe and efficient operation of the press brake area and provide daily direction to a small team. • Set up, program, and operate CNC press brake equipment to manufacture parts that meet customer specifications and Jireh Metal Products’ quality standards. • Create and maintain job documentation, machine programs, tooling requirements, and standardized setup instructions. • Develop press brake processes and team capabilities to support safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and future growth. Requirements Core Accountabilities Leadership and Team Development • Provide daily work direction, technical support, and coaching to Press Brake Operators and assigned team members. • Coordinate work priorities based on production schedules, staffing, equipment, tooling, and material availability. • Train and cross-train team members on machine operation, programming, setups, blueprint reading, inspection, safety, and quality requirements. • Evaluate operator capabilities, identify training needs, and develop backup coverage for critical jobs and equipment. • Communicate production status, delays, quality concerns, employee issues, and resource needs to the Production Manager. Press Brake Operations • Set up, program, and operate CNC press brake equipment in accordance with work instructions and production schedules. • Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, bend requirements, and manufacturing specifications. • Select, install, and verify the proper tooling, punches, and dies for each production run. • Perform complex setups and assist operators with new jobs, troubleshooting, and process adjustments. • Perform first-piece and in-process inspections and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency. Job Documentation and Setup Development • Create and maintain machine programs, tooling requirements, setup instructions, inspection requirements, and job documentation. • Develop clear and repeatable setup procedures that allow trained operators to produce conforming parts consistently. • Maintain organized machine programs and ensure the correct program and document revisions are used. • Assist in updating documentation based on engineering changes, tooling changes, production issues, and lessons learned. Quality • Inspect parts using calipers, angle gauges, tape measures, fixtures, and other measuring devices as required. • Ensure team members understand print requirements, critical dimensions, and inspection expectations. • Identify and report quality concerns, tooling issues, equipment problems, material defects, and process variation. • Stop production when requirements are not met and support containment, corrective action, and continuous improvement activities. Equipment and Tooling • Perform routine equipment inspections and ensure required maintenance activities are completed. • Maintain tooling in good working condition and report damaged or worn tooling. • Assist with troubleshooting machine, programming, setup, and tooling issues. • Maintain organized machines, tooling, and work areas. Safety and Workplace Organization • Lead by example in following company safety policies and safe operating procedures. • Ensure team members use required machine safeguards, material handling practices, and personal protective equipment. • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas using 5S principles. • Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment, or work practices. Systems and Documentation • Accurately complete and review production reporting and required documentation. • Utilize company systems including Plex, Job Web, machine programming systems, and other manufacturing software as required. • Ensure production quantities, labor, scrap, downtime, setup time, and quality information are recorded accurately. Continuous Improvement • Lead improvements focused on safety, quality, setup reduction, productivity, tooling organization, and error prevention. • Support new product launches, process development, and production readiness activities. • Work with Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Material Handling to improve press brake performance. • Perform other duties necessary to support customer, operational, and business requirements. Required Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED. • Demonstrated experience setting up, programming, and operating CNC press brake equipment. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications. • Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment. • Ability to provide work direction, training, and technical support to team members. • Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications • Five or more years of CNC press brake experience. • Previous lead, supervisory, or team training experience. • Experience developing machine programs, setup documentation, and standardized work instructions. • Experience in a metal fabrication manufacturing environment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Strong commitment to safety and quality. • Strong knowledge of CNC press brake programming, tooling, setups, and forming methods. • Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to organize work, establish priorities, and coordinate a small team. • Ability to create clear and repeatable job documentation. • Dependable attendance and work habits. Physical Requirements • Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching. • Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. • Continuous visual attention while operating machinery and inspecting parts. • Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds. • Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday. Work Environment • Manufacturing environment with moving machinery and equipment. • Exposure to noise, dust, oils, grease, sharp metal edges, and varying temperatures. • Exposure to manufacturing hazards requiring strict adherence to safety procedures. Personal Protective Equipment • Safety glasses required. • Hearing protection required. • Additional PPE as required by task or work area. Key Performance Indicators • Safety performance. • Team leadership, training, and development. • Quality performance and first-pass yield. • Productivity and schedule attainment. • Setup efficiency and machine utilization. • Accuracy and completeness of job documentation. • Reduction of scrap, rework, downtime, and recurring issues. • Housekeeping and 5S compliance. • Adherence to work instructions and operating procedures.