Press Brake Operator

Boiler Tube Company of America; Wellford (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Employee assistance

Job summary

Boiler Tube of America in Wellford, SC is seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator to set up, program, and operate CNC press brake machines. You will interpret complex blueprints, select tooling, and ensure 1st-piece and in-process part accuracy while maintaining safety and 5S standards.

With 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, you will mentor entry-level operators and record production data. The role requires technical proficiency and a strong grasp of GD&T.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical training preferred.
• 5+ years of experience operating CNC press brakes in manufacturing.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge are required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC press brake machines to produce parts to specification.
• Interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Select appropriate tooling, dies, and machine settings for each job.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Make machine adjustments and troubleshoot issues to maintain production efficiency.
• Train and mentor entry-level operators (P1/P2) as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper machine operation procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work area (5S standards).
• Record production data and complete required documentation.
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes and material properties.
• Experience with machine programming and setup.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, angle gauges, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Shift flexibility and ability to work overtime as needed.

Skills

CNC press brake programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Tooling selection

Machine troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Technical training preferred

Job description

When you join Babcock Power, you will be part of a team that innovates and designs sustainable solutions in the power generation industry. Our goal is to extend the life and improve the performance ofexisting boilers.

To support this goal, our manufacturing site, Boiler Tube of America, (BTA) manufactures pressure boiler components and auxiliary industrial boiler parts for boilers.

We are currently seeking a Press Brake Operator for our manufacturing site in Wellford, SC. This position is responsible for the setup, programming, and operation of CNC press brake equipment to fabricate precision metal components.

As a Press Brake Operator, you will:

• Set up, program, and operate CNC press brake machines to produce parts to specification
• Interpret complex blueprints, drawings, and work orders
• Select appropriate tooling, dies, and machine settings for each job
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality
• Make machine adjustments and troubleshoot issues to maintain production efficiency
• Train and mentor entry-level operators (P1/P2) as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper machine operation procedures
• Maintain clean and organized work area (5S standards)
• Record production data and complete required documentation
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes and material properties
• Experience with machine programming and setup
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, angle gauges, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Shift flexibility and ability to work overtime as needed

Education: High school diploma; technical training preferred

Experience:5+ years of experience operating CNC press brakes in a manufacturing environment

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, and participation in a 401k program that includes company match.
• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.