Flex is the manufacturing partner of choice that helps a diverse customer base design and build products that improve the world. Through the collective strength of a global workforce across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex delivers technology innovation, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions to various industries and end markets. Create the extraordinatry: https://flex.com/careers

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  Industry: Electrical / Electronic Manufacturing


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  Type: Public Company


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  NASDAQ: FLEX


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  Headquarters: 2 Changi South Lane, Singapore, 486123


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  Company Size: 10,001+ employees


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  Website: https://flex.com/
  

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always. Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives.

Job Summary

The Press Brake Operator will be based in Milpitas, CA. Metal Work Machine operator works at a fast pace on projects that require precision. Job involves exposure to chemicals, loud noises and equipment that is both automated and manual

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:

• Install tools in spindles.


• Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, fixed or telescoping gauges.


• Study machines instructions, job orders, or blueprints to determine dimensional or finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups.


• Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools, according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.


• Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.


• Move machine controls to lower tools to work pieces and to engage automatic feeds.


• Position and secure work pieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.


• Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic work pieces.


• Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work area, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.


• Verify that work piece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.


• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.


• Observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources.


• Use either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).


• Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.


• Follow employee safety standards by adhering to both environmental and Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) regulations.

Here is some of what you’ll need (required):

• Requires 3 years of industry related metal work machine operator experience or experience in a related area.


• Press Brake Operator - form parts to drawing specifications on Amada press brakes. Read and understand part drawings. Check flat parts for dimensional accuracy prior to bending.


• Hardware insertion work as necessary


• Strong blueprint reading


• Previous experience with Fenuc control


• Previous experience with Caliper, Square, Protractor


• Basic tools

Here are a few of our preferred experiences:

• Communication skills, interpersonal skill


• Second operations  

Here are a few examples of what you’ll get for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision


• Life Insurance


• Matching 401K


• PTO


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee discounts at local retailers

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Job Category

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the recruitment process. Please advise us of any accommodations you may need by e-mailing: accessibility@flex.com.