Panel Bender

EK Machine Co.; Fall River (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

EK Machine Co. in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Panel Bender/ Folding machine operator to transform metal components into high-quality parts.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and efficient operation of folding equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on quality and customer satisfaction. The operator will read blueprints, set up and run the folding machine, perform prototype jobs, draft set-up sheets, inspect parts with precision tools, and maintain a

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school; one-year related experience and/or training and a High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, memos, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Folding machine to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of work.
• Sets-up, adjusts, and operates Folding machine to run prototype jobs and new parts orders.
• Writes set-up sheets and understands advanced programming functions.
• Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data.
• Cleans and organizes work area.

Skills

Reads blueprints

Operates folding machine

Inspect parts with measuring equipment

Writes setup sheets

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Folding machine

Job description

At EK, our Panel Benders play a critical role in transforming metal components into high-quality parts that meet customer specifications and manufacturing standards. This hands‑on position requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to operate panel bending equipment efficiently. As part of our team, you'll contribute to the production of innovative solutions while working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment focused on quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

SUMMARY

Operates CNC controlled Folding machine by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads and interprets blueprints.
• Sets‑up, adjusts, and operates Folding machine to perform a wide variety of operations on a diversified line of work.
• Sets‑up, adjusts, and operates Folding machine to run prototype jobs and new parts orders.
• Writes set‑up sheets and understands advanced programming functions.
• Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data.
• Cleans and organizes work area.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

One year certificate from college or technical school; one-year related experience and/or training and a High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, memos, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization in small groups or one‑on‑one.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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 regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.