Plate Roll Bender/Machine Operator

Albina Co. Inc.; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

Prescription Insurance

Retirement benefits

Annual wage increases

Job summary

Albina Co. Inc. seeks a Swing Shift Plate Rolling Operator to set up and run manual and CNC rolling machines to form metal plates into cylinders, cones, radii and custom shapes. You will read blueprints and work orders to determine sequences, dimensions and tolerances.

The role requires 2+ years of experience, ability to read drawings and use calipers or tapes, and safety-conscious performance. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription insurance, retirement and annual wage increases.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience operating steel plate rolls, press brakes, or similar heavy metal-forming machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and geometric measurements.
• Solid command of basic shop math and precision measuring tools.
• Overhead crane operation experience and forklift certification are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and run manual and CNC plate rolling machines to form metal plates into cylinders, cones, radii, and custom shapes.
• Read blueprints, shop blueprints, and work orders to determine rolling sequences, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Safely load, position, and unload heavy steel plates using overhead cranes, hooks, and lifting clamps.
• Monitor the rolling process; inspect finished pieces using calipers or tape measures to verify accuracy and flatness.
• Conduct pre-operation inspections, lubricate machinery, perform routine maintenance, and report mechanical defects promptly.
• Follow all shop safety rules, wear PPE, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Precision measuring

Quality control

English proficiency

Tools

Calipers

Tape measures

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

About this position

Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Equipment: Set up, adjust, and run manual and CNC plate rolling machines to form metal plates into cylinders, cones, radii, and custom shapes.
• Read Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings, shop blueprints, and work orders to determine proper rolling sequences, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Material Handling: Safely load, position, and unload heavy steel or metal plates using overhead cranes, hooks, and lifting clamps.
• Quality Control: Monitor the rolling process continuously; inspect finished pieces using calipers, tape measures, or templates to verify accuracy and flatness.
• Machine Maintenance: Conduct pre-operation inspections, lubricate machinery, perform routine maintenance, and report mechanical defects promptly.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all shop safety rules, wear required PPE, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience operating steel plate rolls, press brakes, or similar heavy metal-forming machinery.
• Technical Skills: Proven ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and geometric measurements.
• Math & Measuring: Solid command of basic shop math and precision measuring tools (calipers, protractors, tape measures).
• Certifications (Preferred): Overhead crane operation experience and forklift certification are a strong plus.

Requirements:

SWING SHIFT POSITION

Drug-Test Required

This is a physically demanding position. Successfully applicant must have the ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly & stand for 4hrs at a time.

Must be able to read, write and speak English to complete paperwork and communicate with co-workers.

Forklift and loading experience highly preferred

HIGHLY Desirable Union Benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental coverage
• Vision benefits
• Prescription Insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Annual wage increases