Press Brake Operator

Sets up and operates CNC and manual press brake equipment to bend, form, and inspect metal components in a job-shop manufacturing environment. Job Requirements Experience operating press brake equipment in a manufacturing environment

Experience setting up CNC and manual press brake machines

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings

Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Experience using precision measuring and inspection tools

Ability to select, install, and align tooling, dies, and fixtures

Experience adjusting back gauges, machine settings, and tooling

Ability to load and position raw materials and finished parts

Experience performing first-piece and in-process inspections

Mechanical knowledge of metal-forming equipment and processes

Preferred Skills Experience in a job-shop or high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment

Experience forming components to tight dimensional tolerances

Experience using calipers, tape measures, protractors, and angle gauges

Knowledge of bend allowances, bend deductions, material thickness, and forming sequences

Experience troubleshooting tooling, machine setup, and dimensional issues

Experience performing additional fabrication, material-handling, or shop-support tasks

Job Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC and manual press brake machines

Bend, form, and shape metal components according to production requirements

Review blueprints, work orders, drawings, and GD&T specifications

Select and install the appropriate tooling, dies, and fixtures

Align tooling and configure machines for production runs

Adjust machine settings, back gauges, bend angles, and forming sequences

Load raw materials and position parts safely and accurately

Measure finished parts using calipers, tape measures, protractors, and other inspection tools

Perform first-piece inspections before beginning production runs

Conduct in-process quality checks to verify dimensions and tolerances

Make machine and tooling adjustments to correct dimensional issues

Document production quantities and inspection results

Identify and report damaged tooling, machine issues, and nonconforming parts

Perform additional fabrication and general shop duties as assigned

Maintain press brake equipment, tooling, and work areas

Pay Details: The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.