CNC Press Brake Machine Operator

Vulcan; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role with guaranteed hours

Weekly wages

Health and wellness programme

Flat structure and approachableLeaders

Enhanced parental leave

Long term stability

Job summary

Vulcan in Tauranga seeks a hands-on CNC press brake operator to set up and run bending and forming of steel parts. You will read job sheets, check measurements and ensure quality while keeping the workspace tidy and safe. The role requires a current forklift licence, reliability, and the ability to pass pre-employment checks.

This is a permanent, full-time, dayshift position with early start times. You will join Vulcan, a leading metals distributor and processor with a strong regional presence

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC press brake machines, preferably in metal manufacturing.
• Current forklift licence is essential.
• Ability to read measurements and drawings.
• Fit, strong, able to lift heavy loads.
• Reliable and punctual, with right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brake machines to spec.
• Read and follow drawings and job sheets.
• Perform bending and forming of steel parts.
• Check measurements and quality of finished work.
• Operate a forklift to move materials.
• Keep machines clean and report faults.
• Follow Health & Safety rules and work safely.

Skills

CNC press brake operation

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Reliable and punctual

Heavy lifting capable

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

You will operate CNC press brake machines at our Vulcan Plate team in Tauranga, bending and forming steel parts to precise measurements. It is a hands on job, and you will also help keep the workspace safe, clean and well organised.

This is a permanent, full-time dayshift role. Start time is 6am, finish time is 4:30pm.

What You Will Do

• Set up and operate CNC press brake machines
• Read and follow drawings and job sheets
• Perform bending and pressing of steel parts
• Check measurements and quality of finished work
• Operate a forklift to move materials
• Keep machines clean and report any faults
• Follow all Health & Safety rules and work safely

What You Will Bring

• Experience operating CNC press brake machines, preferably in the steel or metal industry
• Current forklift licence (essential)
• Good mechanical skills and attention to detail
• Able to read measurements and drawings
• Fit and strong, some heavy lifting involved
• Reliable and turn up every day, on time
• A valid work visa or the right to work in New Zealand
• Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test

What Is In It For You

• Permanent role with guaranteed hours and weekly wages
• Supportive team and great workplace culture
• Health and wellness programme
• Flat structure and friendly, approachable leaders
• Enhanced parental leave
• Long term stability with a growing, market leading business

About Vulcan

Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia's highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 69 sites and approximately 1300 employees across New Zealand and Australia, our growth comes from superior service, continuous improvement, and most importantly, our people.