Machine Operator ; Press Brake

Position: Machine Operator I (Press Brake) Job

Job Title

Machine Operator I (Entry Level)

Company

Arktura LLC, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries

Location

Carson, California, 90746

Salary

Estimated base salary up to $22.37 per hour, with individual pay adjusted for location, skills, experience, and other factors.

Job Overview

This entry‑level Machine Operator position operates under the direction of a Production Supervisor and is responsible for the safe setup, operation, and maintenance of production machine(s) following established procedures and guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clock in and perform transactions in Shop‑Trak; update status on projects, material moves, and scrap for all operations.
• Load, unload, receive, and store raw materials and supplies.
• Prepare machines to start a production cycle, performing calibration, cleaning, and other activities efficiently in accordance with quality standards and safety procedures.
• Use computer‑aided manufacturing programs to monitor, control, and adjust machine settings while operating machinery and/or equipment, according to specifications.
• Perform periodic checks on machinery and/or equipment, troubleshoot issues that occur during shift, and maintain operator logs.
• Complete work as required to meet production and schedule requirements.
• Perform minor repairs and routine preventative maintenance on machines, including cleaning scrap trays and filters.
• Assist peers and/or cross‑train on other machines/equipment as needed.
• Work with peers to identify product defects and report necessary nonconformances to Supervisor or Quality Inspector.
• Work with peers to coordinate movement of parts and/or products to the next step operation.
• Follow safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Maintain equipment and work areas; clean and perform basic repairs as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Travel

• May travel for training less than 1%

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude to operate and maintain machinery effectively.
• Basic arithmetic and computer skills.
• Comfortable using hand tooling and basic measuring equipment; tolerances are key.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions, learn quickly, meet deadlines, and maintain equipment.
• Strong communication and people skills; team player willing to learn.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (PPE, dusty, hot, non‑climate‑controlled).
• Ability to work off‑shift hours in support of plant initiatives.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in core production roles within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of G‑Code (may be required based on position).

Physical and Mental Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Regularly stand, walk, and may sit for extended periods.
• Regularly use hand‑eye coordination, grasp, manipulate, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
• Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift or move objects >100 lbs using mechanical equipment.
• Specific vision abilities: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, focus adjustment.
• Must work in various temperature and weather conditions, including extreme heat, humidity, and cold.

Work Environment Characteristics

• Plant Environment – manufacturing setting with uneven surfaces, cords, tools, and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; dusty/dirty conditions; PPE required.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED (Required).
• Minimum of 1 year machine operating experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• CalOSHA 10 (preferred).
• CPR & First Aid Certification (preferred).

Machine List

• Bystronic BySmart Fiber – 6K Laser
• Bystronic BySprint Fiber – 3K Laser
• Trumpf Tru Laser Cell 7040 – 5‑axis Tube Laser
• Bystronic Xpert
  200 – Press Brake
• Bystronic Xpert
  150 – Press Brake
• Bystronic Xpert
  40 – Press Brake
• Haas GR712 – CNC Gantry Mill
• Multi Cam – CNC Table Router
• Cram‑A‑Lot – Vertical Baler
• 5‑Axis Laser Cutter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Arktura LLC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis. Contact us at talentacqu for assistance.

Job

Segment

Machinist, CNC, Facilities, Equipment Operator, Manufacturing, Entry Level, Operations

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