CNC Press Brake Operator — Swing Shift (Aerospace-Precision)

Specialty Metals; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage for employees

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Specialty Metals Corp in Kent, WA, is seeking a Precision CNC Press Brake Operator for the swing shift. You will independently set up and operate a 12-foot, 285-ton CNC press brake, read aerospace drawings, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances with precision inspection.

The role emphasizes AS9100 quality, safe handling of materials, and collaboration with a team to produce high-mix, low-volume aerospace components. Competitive hourly pay and benefits reflect experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC press brake experience with independent setups and tooling selection.
• Strong blueprint reading, sheet metal forming, shop math and precision inspection skills.
• Ability to hold tight tolerances and solve problems in a custom job shop; shear experience is a plus.
• Safety-minded, dependable workmanship; aerospace/AS9100 experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up and operate a 12-foot, 285-ton CNC press brake; provide backup shear.
• Read aerospace engineering drawings and produce formed parts to specified tolerances as tight as ±.010".
• Calculate bend allowances/deductions, select tooling, and plan efficient bend sequences.
• Inspect first pieces and production parts with precision measuring tools; troubleshoot and adjust setups.
• Follow AS9100 quality procedures and safely handle materials using shop equipment.

Skills

CNC press brake

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal forming

Shop math

Precision inspection

Tight tolerances

Problem solving

Safety minded

Job description

Specialty Metals Corp in Kent, WA, is seeking a Precision CNC Press Brake Operator for the swing shift. You will independently set up and operate a 12-foot, 285-ton CNC press brake, read aerospace drawings, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances with precision inspection.

The role emphasizes AS9100 quality, safe handling of materials, and collaboration with a team to produce high-mix, low-volume aerospace components. Competitive hourly pay and benefits reflect experience.