PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR

SMT Co.; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

SMT Co. in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a press brake operator to set up and run machines per job specifications, ensuring accuracy and quality throughout production. The role requires interpreting blueprints, selecting tooling, and maintaining precise tolerances.

The position offers first or second shift with opportunities for skill development and advancement within a stable manufacturing environment. Health, 401(k) and paid time off are among the benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; press brake experience 6 months to 2 years.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret tolerances.
• Excellent attention to detail and math for bending calculations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines per job specs, selecting tooling and programming parameters.
• Review orders, blueprints, tolerances to determine setup requirements.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team on job requirements and dimensions.
• Perform first-piece inspection and obtain approval before production.
• Adjust machines and programs as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Document production and quality records accurately.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Press brake setup

First-piece inspection

Quality documentation

Problem solving

Mathematical calculations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Tooling installation

Job description

Description

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.