Bending Machine Operator

Kooks; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kooks in Statesville, North Carolina is looking for a skilled CNC Operator to manage and maintain CNC rotary tube bending machines. The role includes setting up and programming machines while ensuring compliance with strict quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with tube bending, and possess strong mathematical skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a safe and professional manner adhering to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with tube bending parts and CNC rotary machines.
• Detail-oriented with a strong emphasis on accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC rotary tube bending machines with limited supervision.
• Ensure all tube assemblies meet strict quality and compliance standards.
• Conduct quality inspections using measurement tools.

Skills

CNC operation

Tube bending

Quality control

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring instruments

Hand tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to set up and run CNC rotary tube bending machines such as Soco, Eagle or Addison with limited supervision.
• Set-up and operate CNC rotary draw bending machine while conforming to manufacturing tolerances.
• Set-up and switch tooling of CNC rotary draw bending machine (Bend Di, Clamp Di, Wiper Di, Pressure Di, Mandrel, Collette, Stop Blocks).
• Program new post bends into CNC bending machine.
• Ensure all tube assemblies meet strict quality and compliance standards.
• Check drawings to work orders to ensure correct quantity of posts are bent and put out for job.
• Work effectively with cross‑functional departments as needed.
• Conduct quality inspections using appropriate quality measurement tools (calipers, taps, angles).
• Maintain tooling and equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all safety and regulatory requirements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with tube bending parts.
• Strong understanding of basic math including decimals, fractions and metric system.
• Proficient in English to communicate with fellow employees and follow work instructions.
• Ability to use the required hand tools, power tools, and cutting machines in the assembly process.
• Can effectively use measuring instruments such as a tape measure.
• Detail oriented with large emphasis on accuracy.
• Ability to work in high‑pressure situations under deadlines.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience working with Stainless Steel Tubes (thin‑walled and thick‑walled tubing).
• Well versed in manufacturing of complex tube assemblies.
• Experience with 3D tube bends.
• Certified Production Technician (NCMIT graduate) preferred.