Press Brake Operator

Job Description

Job Description

A Press Brake Operatorsets up, calibrates, and operates machinery to bend, fold, and shape sheet metal according to blueprints, CAD files, or job orders. They ensure precise, high-quality components, perform routine maintenance, and adhere to safety protocols. The role involves reading technical drawings, selecting tools, and inspecting parts for defects.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Setup: Select proper dies and punches for the press brake, inputting data, and calibrating the machine for specific bends.
• Operations: Operate computer-controlled (CNC) or manual press brakes to form metal parts to specifications.
• Quality Inspection: Measure finished pieces using calipers, gauges, or blueprints to ensure accuracy.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings and, if necessary, understand programming and mathematics for accurate fabrication.
• Maintenance: Perform daily cleaning and basic maintenance on machinery to ensure proper function.
• Safety and Efficiency: Maintain a clean, safe workspace, often working in a fast-paced, noisy industrial environment.Indeed

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of metal fabrication principles, shop math (addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals), and blueprint reading.
• Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing, machine operation, or CNC programming is often required.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, walk, and frequently lift/maneuver metal materials up to 25-50 pounds.
• Attention to Detail: High precision to prevent errors in metal bending.