Press Brake Operator 2nd and 3rd shift

John W. McDougall Co., Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental

401k with company match

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Join John W. McDougall Co., Inc. as a Press Brake Operator in Nashville, TN. This role involves daily set-up and operation of CNC Press Brake machines, ensuring high-quality production and adherence to safety standards. You must understand mechanical drawings, perform basic programming, and conduct inspections. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, PTO, and a 401k plan with matching contributions. If you are motivated and skilled in CNC operations, apply now to join our team!

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and setting up CNC Press Brake machines.
• Capable of performing preventative maintenance on machines.
• Proficient in inspections of parts including first article and in-process.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate CNC Press Brake.
• Produce accurate parts based on mechanical drawings.
• Monitor equipment and perform quality inspections.
• Operate forklift and overhead crane as needed.

Skills

CNC Press Brake operation

Mechanical drawing reading

Programming skills

Forklift operation

Job description

Overview

At John W. McDougall, we are more than just a leader in metal and facade solutions—we are a third-generation, family-owned business driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and a passion for transforming vision into reality. With a legacy of delivering iconic projects, we take pride in exceeding customer expectations while fostering an environment where our people thrive.

We are looking for a skilled Press Brake Operator for our 2nd and 3rd Shift operations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily set-up and operation of an advanced CNC Press Brake
• Must be able to run machine at an operator’s level
• Ability to set-up machine to produce an accurate part is a must
• Load material at Machine
• Read and have full understanding of mechanical drawings and part tolerances
• Upload and run program from machine controller
• Perform basic programming using the machine controller
• Perform preventative maintenance schedules as required to keep machine working properly
• Proficient in first article, in-process, and final inspections of parts
• Ability to work with management to ensure finished products are produced in the safest, most efficient manner, while maintaining legendary quality and on-time delivery
• Responsible for packaging parts per customer requirements
• Monitor equipment and press tooling; request external maintenance when required
• Operate forklift and overhead crane as required
• Able to assist other operators, as a helper, on other machines when required
• Ability to run Trumpf and Safan-Darley equipment is a plus
• Ability to perform basic programming is a plus
• Ability to run other basic fabrication equipment is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term and Life Insurance Policies offered
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Company sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• PTO

Drug-Free Workplace We provide and require a drug-free workplace. All new hires will be subject to a pre-employment drug screening as well as randomly selected drug screenings for the duration of employment with our company.

If you are a motivated and experienced Press Brake Operator looking to join a high-quality team, we encourage you to apply!