Brake Press Operator

Description

MISSION

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.

ABOUT PD

Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.

Summary

PD is looking for a quality- and safety-driven Brake Press Operator to support the performance and flow of our manufacturing operations. This role is essential to ensuring precision, efficiency, and on-time production while maintaining a clean, organized, and high-performing shop environment.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, reliable, and takes pride in producing high-quality work. You bring strong technical skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work efficiently to keep production moving. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, retail-driven environment and are willing to put in extra time when needed to meet demand.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate brake press equipment
• Perform all tasks with a strong focus on safety
• Ensure daily production is completed on time and meets quality standards
• Inspect parts and document accuracy to meet all required criteria
• Perform routine equipment maintenance as recommended
• Support production needs across departments as required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent blueprint reading capabilities
• Excellent shop math skills
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
• Welding skills a plus

Education/Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Prefer 2-year technical/business degree or equivalent experience

Experience

5+ years’ experience operating Brake Press equipment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday
• Benefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employees

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contribution

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

8 Paid Holidays

Flex Time

STD, LTD and Group Life Insurance

FSA and HSA Options

Voluntary

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Recognition

• English as a Second Language Education
• Online Training Opportunities