Power Bend Operator I

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA; Wildwood Village (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA is seeking a Tube Bender in New Hampshire to fabricate, bend, form, and assemble precision tubing for aerospace applications. You will interpret engineering drawings, operate bending equipment, and ensure components meet strict quality and safety standards.

You will set up machinery, measure and verify dimensions, document production details, and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate from college or technical school, or 3–6 months related experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate tube bending equipment.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to manufacture tubing assemblies.
• Measure, cut, bend, and form tubing to required specs and tolerances.
• Verify bend angles, dimensions, and configuration against requirements.
• Maintain production and quality documentation.
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, and production issues to maintain workflow.
• Follow Aerospace Quality Management System requirements and customer specifications.
• Adhere to safety procedures and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.

Skills

Tube bending

Reading drawings

Quality documentation

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Education

Certificate from college/technical school

Tools

Tube bending equipment

Job description

Description

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, a Tube Bender is responsible for fabricating, bending, forming, and assembling precision tubing used in aerospace applications. This position requires interpreting engineering drawings and specifications, operating tube bending equipment, and ensuring all components meet strict quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate tube bending equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to manufacture tubing assemblies.
• Measure, cut, bend, and form tubing to required specifications and tolerances.
• Verify bend angles, dimensions, and overall configuration against engineering requirements.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, and production issues to ensure efficient workflow.
• Follow Aerospace Quality Management System requirements and customer specifications.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Requirements

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.