PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR

SMT Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life-insur

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Skill development

Job summary

SMT Inc. operates as a precision metal fabricator in Raleigh, NC. The company seeks a press brake operator to set up and run brake presses, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances.

Responsibilities include tooling installation, program adjustments after first-piece approval, and maintaining quality records. Training and advancement opportunities are offered, with benefits including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent; 6 months to 2 years press brake experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and tolerance specifications with precision.
• Experience in tooling installation and machine parameter setup.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines per job specs and tooling.
• Review blueprints and instructions to determine bend sequences and tolerances.
• Calibrate back gauges, verify settings, and document results on SPC charts.
• Perform first-piece checks and adjust programs after approval as needed.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and maintain production records.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime and ensure quality.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and comply with safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Press brake operation

Tooling setup

Programming basics

Quality inspection

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Protractors

Job description

Description

Operate and set up press brake machines to bend and form metals to meet customer specification.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Operate and set up press brake machines to bend and form metals to meet customer specification.

Required Schedule

We are seeking either a first shift or 2nd shift operator

1st Shift: Monday-Friday 7am-3pm

2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 3pm-1am

Company Benefits

• Stable and growing manufacturing company
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for advancement and skill development

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines according to job specifications, including selecting and installing proper tooling, programming machine parameters, and verifying setup accuracy.
• Review work orders, blueprints, and job instructions to determine setup requirements, bend sequences, tolerances, and quality standards.
• Confer with supervisors, set-up personnel, and team members regarding job requirements, machine setup, and critical dimensions to maintain.
• Perform back gauge calibration, verify machine settings, and reset production counters as required.
• Run and inspect first-piece samples, ensuring compliance with specifications, and submit parts to quality inspection or a certified operator for approval.
• Make machine and program adjustments as necessary after first-piece approval, seeking assistance when required, and proceed with production runs.
• Monitor machine performance throughout production and make corrections to maintain quality, efficiency, and dimensional accuracy.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify specified dimensions and record results on SPC charts to monitor product and process quality.
• Troubleshoot setup, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Complete all required production documentation, quality records, and operational paperwork accurately.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance to ensure safe and reliable machine operation.
• Maintain work areas, machines, and tooling in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent. Requires minimum of 6 months to 2 years press brake experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions, and perform advanced mathematical calculations related to bending, angles, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Advanced knowledge of press brake machine operation, setup, tooling selection, and programming, with the ability to independently set up press brake machines for production runs.
• Ability to install and align tooling, configure machine parameters, calibrate back gauges, verify bend sequences, and perform first-piece inspections to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Proficient in troubleshooting press brake machine issues, tooling problems, and part-quality concerns, making necessary adjustments to maintain production efficiency and product quality.
• Skilled in the use of quality inspection equipment, including calipers, protractors, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to accurately inspect parts, verify dimensions against blueprint requirements, and maintain quality standards throughout the production process.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, communicate effectively, and accurately complete production and quality documentation.

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to one or more elements typically found in a manufacturing setting such as noise, dust, heat, fumes or dirt, which may not be desirable. Exposure to noise requires the use of hearing protection.

Supervision

• None

Decision-Making / Confidentiality

• Requires continuous mental / visual application. Little or no independent judgment and decision making within Company policies to resolve operational problems and to determine manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Limited exposure to confidential data such as product design information and work center rates.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities that are or will be assigned to this position. An employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as assigned by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.