Join the Brunk Team
Press Setup Apprentice 1st Shift
Brunk Industries, Inc., a globally recognized company specializing in high precision metal components for the Medical Device Industry as well as other high tech applications, is currently seeking a Press Setup Apprentice on 1st shift. If you are motivated by new opportunities and business growth, seek a stimulating and rewarding career, we invite you to join our diverse team of talented professionals. Brunk offers a competitive salary, a wide range of attractive benefits, a flexible work environment and a culture built on innovation and excellence.
Job Function:
Apply a variety of metal stamping procedures to ensure the production of a final product that meets required customer specifications and ensures customer satisfaction meeting Brunk’s high quality standards.
Responsibilities:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
- Must enroll and maintain a passing grade in the Brunk Precision Press Setup Apprenticeship.
- Must complete all 26 PMA Press Setup Video training sessions which include a short video, written test, and a performance evaluation, within the allowed 2.5-year apprenticeship program.
- Must Complete 7 NIMS CARS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills Credentialing Achievement Records) within the allowed 2.5-year apprenticeship program window.
- Must Pass 3 NIMS Online Tests within the allowed 2.5-year apprenticeship program window.
- Must perform daily production functions under the supervision of Journeyman Setup Technicians.
- Monitor, inspect and document part quality per the approved inspection methods.
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
- Run jobs at the standard rates with no more than the allowable scrap rates.
- Complete labor ticket/data collection and paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
- Cooperate with production leads, supervisors, managers and all peers at Brunk.
Required Skills:
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Use of various measuring equipment including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, drop indicators, and go-no/go gauges.
- Safe and efficient use of all stamping equipment including but not limited to overhead cranes, forklifts, uncoilers, straighteners, loop control devices, feeders, oilers and presses (training provided through the Brunk Precision Press Setup Apprenticeship.
- Prior experience in the metal fabricating or similar industry as a press operator is preferred.
Education:
Minimum educational requirements listed below may be substituted by relevant experience, learned competencies and/or certifications obtained throughout one’s career.
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
- Minimum 80% grade on Brunk Mechanical Aptitude test.
Work Environment:
- Work is in a manufacturing setting with noise and some grinding dust and fumes. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull 100 to 2,500 lbs. using carts and moving equipment and up to 10,000 lbs. using overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Must wear protective shoes, safety glasses, gloves, shop shirt and wear ear protection while working around loud noises
Please complete an application or submit your resume, including salary history.
Brunk Industries, Inc. Attn: Human Resources, 1225 Sage Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Fax: (262) 249-2479 EOE