Metal Forming Setup Technician

HEICO; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Leader Tech in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced Metal Forming Setup Technician to set up single station presses and press brakes, troubleshoot issues, and support production in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should read blueprints, verify first article quality with calipers and micrometers, and collaborate with engineering and production to minimize downtime and maintain part quality.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up single station presses and press brakes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience with first article inspection and verifying part quality.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Single Station Press Setup.
• Press Brake Setup.
• Metal Forming and Sheet Metal Fabrication.
• Tool and Die Setup.
• Quality Inspection and First Article Inspection.
• Troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Production Support and maintaining a safe organized work area.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

First Article Inspection

Lean Manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height Gauges

Job description

Leader Tech is a world leading innovator and manufacturer of EMI shielding products for circuit boards, electronic enclosures, interconnect cables and Thermal solutions founded in 1984. The Company serves a diverse commercial and military customer base from its Global EMI Shielding Technology Center located in Tampa, Florida. Every detail of the company’s one-of-a-kind manufacturing facility is tailor-engineered to streamline and improve customer service, engineering and manufacturing processes.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Metal Forming Setup Technician to set up, troubleshoot, and operate single station presses and press brakes used in the production of precision sheet metal components. The ideal candidate will have experience performing machine setups, reading blueprints, verifying part quality, and supporting production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Single Station Press Setup
• Press Brake Setup
• Metal Forming
• Sheet Metal Fabrication
• Tool and Die Setup
• Progressive Forming (preferred)
• Mechanical Presses
• Hydraulic Presses
• Precision Measuring Instruments
• Blueprint Reading
• First Article Inspection
• Manufacturing Troubleshooting
• Production Support
• Quality Inspection
• Lean Manufacturing

Essential Skills And Knowledge

• Perform complete setups on single station presses and press brakes.
• Install, align, and adjust tooling for production runs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and engineering drawings.
• Verify first-piece quality using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Troubleshoot tooling and forming issues to minimize downtime.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain part quality throughout production.
• Work closely with engineering, tooling, and production personnel.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Perform preventative maintenance and report equipment issues.