Press Brake Operator

Job Summary Operate CNC press brakes to form carbon steel plate and sheet to specificationfor a steel service center / mill environment. Select tooling, set up programs,and make precision bends on parts ranging from light gauge sheet to heavy platewhile meeting safety, quality, and throughput expectations. Schedule: Full‑time; 1st or 2nd shift; shifts up to 12 hours, Monday–Saturday, asbusiness needs require. Key Responsibilities Readand interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and traveler/cut lists; verifygrade, thickness, and heat/lot identification before processing. Set uppress brake (tool selection, die alignment, back‑gauge setup, programentry/offsets); perform first‑article inspections and hold tolerances perdrawing. Executesafe, efficient forming of steel components (flanges, channels, brackets,plate parts), making real‑time adjustments for springback, tooling wear,and material variation. Useprecision measuring tools (calipers, protractors, height gauges, tape) toverify angles and dimensions; document QC checks in ERP/routers. Handlematerial using overhead crane and/or forklift to load/unload andstage WIP; tag parts with heat numbers and work order info fortraceability. Performbasic preventative maintenance (wipe‑down, lubrication, toolinginspection) and request service for mechanical/electrical issues. Maintainhousekeeping (5S) and follow all safety procedures, including pinch‑pointawareness and lockout/tagout when required. Supportother production tasks (shear, saw, burning, packaging) when needed tomeet schedule. Requirements Highschool diploma or equivalent. 1+year press brake experience (CNC preferred) in a steel fabrication orservice‑center setting. Abilityto read blueprints and use precision measurement tools. Proficientwith material handling and safe rigging; ability to lift up to 50 lbs andstand/bend for extended periods. Comfortableworking 1st or 2nd shift with overtime up to 12‑hour shifts,Monday–Saturday . Preferred Qualifications Experienceforming heavy plate and long parts using staged tooling andmultiple‑hit sequences. Familiaritywith ERP scanning and heat‑number traceability. Additionalequipment skills (shear, plasma/oxy‑fuel, forklift, overhead cranecertifications). Safety Focus Strict adherence to machine guarding, pinch‑point controls, PPE, andcrane/forklift safety. Report hazards, near misses, and equipment issuesimmediately. Note: Duties and qualifications listed are representative,not exhaustive. Team members may be asked to perform other tasks to meetcustomer and safety requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Willbanks Metal