Press Brake Operator

Jobtailor; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled CNC press brake operator to read blueprints, set up the machine, and monitor the bending process. The role requires at least 2 years of experience and proficiency with CNC software.

This is an on-site manufacturing position emphasizing safety, precision, and timely production. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring proper metal alignment, die setup, and ongoing inspection of finished parts, with strong teamwork and adherence to quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating a CNC press brake.
• In-depth understanding of the parts of a press brake and how the machine works.
• Computer skills to operate CNC software.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical specification sheets.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, including some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate press brake to complete orders in a timely manner.
• Study blueprints and specifications to understand technical requirements.
• Set up CNC press brake to project specifications.
• Ensure proper positioning and alignment of metal inside of press brake.
• Monitor the bending process.
• Measure and inspect the finished sheet metal to ensure it matches specifications and/or blueprint.
• Troubleshooting and addressing problems that arise during the pressing process.
• Perform routing maintenance on the press brake.
• Setup appropriate dies for project specifications.
• Comply with all health and safety standards in the fabrication shop.
• Assist with spiral fittings and spiral insulation as needed.
• Provide quality and productive work without constant reminders.
• Communicate with management, superintendent to ensure accuracy of orders.
• Maintain, clean, and organize work area.
• Update order status daily.
• Assist with general work activities per the direction of the shop supervisor.
• Support the mechanic, foremen, and superintendent to complete the project in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by the company.

Skills

CNC press brake operation

Blueprint reading

Technical specifications

Measurement skills

Troubleshooting

Routing maintenance

Die setup

Metal alignment

Bending process monitoring

Spiral fittings assistance

Tools

CNC software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operate press brake to complete orders in a timely manner
• Study blueprints and specifications to understand technical requirements
• Set up CNC press brake to project specifications
• Ensure proper positioning and alignment of metal inside of press brake
• Monitor the bending process
• Measure and inspect the finished sheet metal to ensure it matches specifications and/or blueprint
• Troubleshooting and addressing problems that arise during the pressing process
• Perform routing maintenance on the press brake
• Setup appropriate dies for project specifications
• Comply with all health and safety standards in the fabrication shop
• Assist with spiral fittings and spiral insulation as needed
• Provide the best quality and productive work without constant reminder
• Communicate with management, superintendent. Check to ensure that each job order is accurate and complete
• Maintain, clean, and organize work area
• Update order status daily
• Assist with general work activities per the direction of the shop supervisor to complete the activities
• Support the mechanic, foremen, and superintendent to complete the project in a timely manner
• Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the company from time to time

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating a CNC press brake
• In-depth understanding of the parts of a press brake and how the machine works
• Computer skills to operate CNC software
• Ability to remain upright and perform repetitive movements throughout most of a work shift
• Arithmetic skills to perform measurements using various measurement tools
• Familiarity with blueprints and the terminology used in technical specification sheets
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule‑days, and some weekends
• Present yourself in a professional manner
• Must be able to work with a variety of tools, follow directions and be able to read and write

Hard Skills

• CNC press brake operation
• Blueprint reading
• Technical specifications
• Measurement skills
• Troubleshooting
• Routing maintenance
• Die setup
• Metal alignment
• Bending process monitoring
• Spiral fittings assistance

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Ability to follow directions
• Repetitive movement endurance