CNC Press Brake Machinist — Amada Programming Specialist

Alinabal, LLC; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alinabal, LLC is seeking a skilled CNC Press Brake Machinist to transform prints into precisely formed parts using hydraulic CNC-controlled press brakes. You’ll read blueprints, load Amada NT/NC9 programs, and ensure on‑time, quality output from setup through final inspection.

A detail‑oriented, proactive mindset is essential. With 5+ years in metal forming and shop math proficiency, you’ll balance throughput with quality, perform first‑article checks, and contribute to lean improvements.

Qualifications

• Must read complex blueprints and technical documents with accuracy.
• At least 5 years of manufacturing experience in metal forming/fabrication.
• Proficient with Amada NT/NC9 programming and machine setups.

Responsibilities

• Review travelers, drawings, and specs to confirm sequence, tooling, and quality checks.
• Set up hydraulic CNC press brake, load validated CNC programs, and edit as needed.
• Run first-article checks; inspect parts with gauges and verify dimensions.
• Balance throughput with quality to meet schedules and time standards.
• Record job progress in the E2 management system for tracking.
• Keep equipment clean, lubricated, and fixtures/tools returned after use.
• Identify issues early and collaborate with supervision to resolve.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Problem solving

Team communication

Driver's license

Tools

Amada NT/NC9 programming

Job description

Join Us as a CNC Press Brake Machinist — Shape Precision From Sheet to Spec

You’ll report directly to the Manufacturing Manager and spend your day transforming prints into precisely formed parts on our hydraulic, CNC-controlled press brakes. If you love blending hands‑on craft with thoughtful programming, this role gives you both—from setup through quality check.

Who you are:

a detail‑minded fabricator who can read complex blueprints, write or edit Amada NT & NC9 programs, and keep production flowing safely, on time, and to spec.

Employment Status

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non Exempt

A day in the life

• Begin by reviewing travelers, drawings, and specifications to confirm sequence, tooling, and quality checkpoints.
• Set up the hydraulic CNC press brake, load and retrieve validated CNC programs, and make on-the-fly edits as needed.
• Run first‑article checks; inspect work using appropriate gauges; verify dimensions before releasing for final inspection.
• Balance throughput and quality—meeting schedule and time standards for each assignment.
• Capture job progress and completion in the E2 management system for accurate tracking.
• Keep your machine dialed‑in—clean, lubricated, with proper fluid levels; return all fixtures and tooling at job close.
• Flag issues early and partner with supervision to resolve; make routine decisions and elevate complex problems.
• Spot setup‑reduction and Lean/6S improvements; share ideas with the appropriate 6S team lead.

What you’ll deliver

• Parts that meet or exceed all dimensional and cosmetic requirements.
• On‑time completion aligned with internal and customer delivery targets.
• Safe, consistent machine operation and tidy work areas.

What you bring

• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment with strong metal forming/fabrication fundamentals.
• Fluency in reading blueprints and technical documents; confident with shop math.
• Proficiency programming/operating Amada press brakes (NT & NC9), including basic setups and punch/press operations.
• Hands‑on skill with inspection gauges and deburring; strong equipment/mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Organized, self‑starting multitasker with excellent communication and a continuous‑improvement mindset.
• Basic computer literacy and a valid Driver’s License.

Tools & technology

• Primary: Press Brake (CNC, hydraulic)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

Notes

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.*
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.*