CNC Punch Press Operator (3rd Shift) – Precision Metal Parts

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Vaski Punch Press Operator for the 3rd shift in Santa Teresa, NM. You will set up, program, operate, and monitor CNC electric punch press equipment used to cut and shape metal components.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience with CNC machinery or punch presses, reads blueprints, and follows safety procedures. We offer a steady, hands-on manufacturing role with an emphasis on quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in metal fabrication or CNC punch press operation.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, gauges).
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Vaski CNC electric punch press equipment.
• Load, align, and change punches and tooling per drawings.
• Program machine controls with accurate measurements and tooling data.
• Read blueprints and production specifications.
• Monitor machine operation and quality; maintain documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance and keep area safe and clean.

Skills

CNC machinery

Punch press operation

Metal fabrication

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Vaski Punch Press Operator for the 3rd shift in Santa Teresa, NM. You will set up, program, operate, and monitor CNC electric punch press equipment used to cut and shape metal components.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience with CNC machinery or punch presses, reads blueprints, and follows safety procedures. We offer a steady, hands-on manufacturing role with an emphasis on quality and teamwork.