CNC Tube Bender Operator

Job Description

Job Description

D&N Bending Corporation is seeking an experienced CNC Tube Bending Operator / Setup Technician to support both prototype and production manufacturing. This role is critical to delivering high-quality, precision-formed components for demanding industries including automotive OEM and Tier 1 suppliers.

This is not a button-pushing role—we are looking for a hands-on technician capable of machine setup, process development, and troubleshooting across a variety of tube bending applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full machine setup and changeovers on CNC tube bending equipment
• Set and adjust tooling including mandrels, wiper dies, clamp dies, and pressure dies
• Load, edit, and optimize CNC bending programs
• Interpret blueprints, prints, and GD&T requirements to ensure part accuracy
• Conduct first piece validation and make necessary adjustments (springback, offsets, etc.)
• Troubleshoot bending defects such as wrinkling, flattening, and distortion
• Work with engineering and tooling teams to develop and refine bending processes
• Use checking fixtures, gauges, and measuring equipment to verify quality
• Maintain production efficiency while ensuring tight tolerance requirements are met
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to cycle time, scrap reduction, and quality

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of experience in CNC tube bending (setup preferred)
• Strong knowledge of:
• • Rotary draw bending
  • Mandrel bending
• Proven ability to perform machine setups and tooling adjustments independently
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Experience with springback compensation and bend sequence adjustments
• Familiarity with multi-axis CNC bending machines
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Preferred Experience (Highly Valued)

• Experience with machines such as:
• • Eaton Leonard
  • BLM
  • Pines
  • Unison
  • Schwarze-Robitec
• Experience working with:
• • High-strength steels (AHSS)
  • Stainless steel
  • Aluminum tubing and extrusions
• Background in:
• • Tube laser cutting
  • Welding (MIG/TIG)
  • Fabrication or assembly processes
• Experience with CMM, Faro Arm, or advanced inspection equipment
• Exposure to automotive OEM or Tier 1 production environments

Company Description

Supplier/manufacturer of automotive prototype, service, short-run production and production parts located in Romeo, Michigan. We have been in business since 1962.

Company Description

Supplier/manufacturer of automotive prototype, service, short-run production and production parts located in Romeo, Michigan. We have been in business since 1962.