Press Brake Operator (Sheet Metal Fabrication)

Special Products & Mfg., Inc. (SPM) | Sheet Metal Fabrication, Laser Cutting, Powder Coating; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift options

Career growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Special Products & Manufacturing is seeking a Press Brake Operator to join our fast-paced metal fabrication team in Rockwall, TX. You will set up and run press brake operations, interpret blueprints, and ensure parts meet exact specifications with calipers and protractors.

You will work on 1st or 2nd shift, participate in quality checks, and contribute to on-time production while following all safety procedures and company standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Press Brake experience.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to read a square, protractor and dial calipers.
• Demonstrated competency in basic math, including fraction to decimal conversion.
• Ability to understand flat pattern layout.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or push up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake per print and tooling.
• Perform bends and assess radii, angles, and tooling.
• Translate print notes to forming instructions.
• Install and remove tooling and adjust bending direction.
• Track jobs and identify parts before leaving the press brake area.
• Read a square and measure with calipers to verify dimensions.
• Ensure end product meets customer specs and SPM standards.
• Follow all SPM safety procedures.

Skills

Press Brake operation

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Measurement with calipers

Tools

Dial calipers

Square

Protractor

Job description

Join Our Team as a Press Brake Operator!

Do you like a fast-paced environment where accuracy, quality focus, and follow-through are a must? Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can use your technical expertise to grow your career? Then this is the job for you! We're looking for a talented and passionate individual to join our company as a Press Brake Operator.

Company Overview:

Special Products & Manufacturing is dedicated to being a world-class contract manufacturer and is recognized as an industry leader, recognized as one of the Top Fab 40 in our industry! SPM specializes in precision metal fabrication, precision machining, electro-mechanical assembly, welding, engineering, prototyping, laser cutting, powder coating and finishing.

At SPM, you don't just have a job - you have a home for your passion, surrounded by a team that supports and celebrates you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to run a fully functional number control press brake set up sheet for assigned machine. Amada Press brake experience a plus.
• Perform difficult bends and angles while understanding the working mechanics of standards (radius, angle, vee) tooling.
• Mathematically figure bend deductions, convert decimal/metric/fractions and figure flat pattern of parts containing 90 degree bends.
• Ability to understand print notes, apply notes and dimensions to the forming of a part.
• Follow instructions concerning installing and removing tooling, bending direction, taper and dimensional corrections and angular adjustments.
• Following instructions for scanning jobs in and out correctly, logging and identifying parts prior to leaving the Press Brake area and accurately repeat bending sequence.
• Effectively read a square and dial calipers on OD/ID dimensions and measure specified dimensions from print.
• Responsible for checking the end product to ensure it meets customer specifications and SPM quality standards.
• Ensure to follow all SPM safety procedures associated with operating machinery, plant requirements and other safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively read a square, protractor and dial calipers
• Minimum of 2 years of Press Brake experience
• Ability to read blueprints
• Demonstrated competency in basic math, including fraction to decimal conversion
• Ability to understand flat pattern layout
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or push up to 50lbs

Why Join Us:

• 1st and 2nd shift available
• Competitive compensation package and benefits.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on operational efficiency and quality.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Career development and growth opportunities within a growing company.