Precision Turret Punch Operator - Metal Fabrication Expert

Salem Metal, Inc.; Middleton (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Metal, Inc. is seeking a skilled machine operator to run turret punch presses and execute layout work on metal sheets and bars. You will insert, align, and lock punches and dies, following precise charts and blueprints, and perform layout marking with accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a technical background, the ability to read blueprints, and solid math skills. This on-site role requires reliability, initiative, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent; or 6 months to 1 year related experience.
• Self-motivated, dependable and able to work independently.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Microsoft Outlook experience required.

Responsibilities

• Aligns work piece to scale and end gauge on machine and clamps it to machine table.
• Pushes button to turret to the specified punch and die.
• Turns cranks to set indicators on the machine scales.
• Operates each machine setting as charted.
• Positions center punch from turret to touch plate and scratches layout lines.
• May compute punch charts from blueprints using shop mathematics.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Aligns workpiece

Turret punching

Chart reading

Machine setup

Layout marking

Blueprint math

Shop math

Microsoft Outlook

Basic computing

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Salem Metal, Inc. is seeking a skilled machine operator to run turret punch presses and execute layout work on metal sheets and bars. You will insert, align, and lock punches and dies, following precise charts and blueprints, and perform layout marking with accuracy.

Ideal candidates have a technical background, the ability to read blueprints, and solid math skills. This on-site role requires reliability, initiative, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced shop environment.