Press Brake Operator Day shift

Job Description

A Press Brake Operator sets up, programs, and operates computer-controlled (CNC) machines to bend, fold, or shape sheet metal according to blueprints. They are responsible for selecting tooling, inspecting finished parts for quality, performing routine machine maintenance, and strictly adhering to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Setup & Operation:
  Program and operate CNC press brakes to bend metal parts precisely based on blueprints and design specifications.
• Production & Quality Control:
  Monitor the bending process, check parts for defects using measuring tools (calipers, protractors), and ensure quality standards

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• Material Handling:
  Load and unload heavy metal sheets and parts, often requiring heavy lifting.
• Tooling Changes:
  Change punch and die tooling according to job requirements.
• Maintenance:
  Perform daily cleaning and preventative maintenance on machines.
• Safety Compliance:
  Wear proper safety gear (PPE) and strictly follow safety protocols.

Required

Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge:
  Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and job orders.
• Mathematical Aptitude:
  Strong shop math skills for calculating angles, dimensions, and bend allowances.
• Mechanical
  
  Skills:
  
  Understanding of, and experience with, metal fabrication equipment.
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to stand for long periods, walk, and frequently lift/move 1-50 lbs.
• Attention to Detail:
  High precision in producing parts to meet exact tolerances.

Work Environment

• Positions often involve working in fast-paced manufacturing plants, frequently involving noise and heat.

Common Equipment Used

• CNC Press Brakes (e.g., Accurpress, Bystronic).
• Measuring tools (calipers, gauges, tapes).

Hand tools for setting up and adjusting

Meet Your Recruiter

Christy Wylie
Staffing Manager

Christy has been in the staffing industry since 2005 and joined the American Staff Corp team in Claremore in 2018 as a Staffing Professional. In 2023 she was promoted to Staffing Manager overseeing the operations in Claremore and Pryor, Oklahoma. Christy has a strong focus on the relationships between her clients and the candidates she works with. She is highly involved in the Claremore community and is passionate about helping people succeed and will go the extra mile for you.

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