Press Brake Operator — Skilled Machinist Career Path

Armstrong group; Ohio; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Long-term disability

Job summary

Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is seeking a skilled Machine Operator in Johnstown, Ohio. The role involves setting up, operating, and adjusting press brake machinery, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet specifications.

You will participate in quality assurance, adhere to OSHA safety standards, and provide general manufacturing support within a collaborative team. Paths for growth within AWI’s network are available.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing and machine operator experience required.
• Experience operating a press brake or metal fabrication equipment strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production drawings.
• Knowledge of metal manufacturing materials and fabrication processes.
• Ability to learn additional production machinery as needed.
• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to extreme hot/cold temperatures, loud noise, dust, uneven walking surfaces, and machine-related hazards.
• Required PPE includes safety glasses, earplugs, and steel-toe or composite-toe boots; additional PPE provided as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust press brake machinery to spec.
• Select tooling and machine settings based on material and job requirements.
• Read blueprints and work orders to form components.
• Inspect parts with calipers and gauges for tolerances.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping per OSHA guidelines.
• Package finished parts and support other machinery as needed.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

Press brake

Turrets

Panel benders

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is seeking a skilled Machine Operator in Johnstown, Ohio. The role involves setting up, operating, and adjusting press brake machinery, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet specifications.

You will participate in quality assurance, adhere to OSHA safety standards, and provide general manufacturing support within a collaborative team. Paths for growth within AWI’s network are available.