Press Brake Set Up Operator - 2nd Shift (Temp to Hire)

Dalsin Industries, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalsin Industries, Inc. is seeking a press brake operator to perform operations in a safety‑conscious environment. You will execute simple setups from part drawings, read blueprints, maintain clean work areas, and log EPICOR transactions.

The role requires basic math, measurement accuracy, and the ability to handle varied materials while meeting quality standards. You will participate in job routing and quality procedures, train on tooling and die configurations, and contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Press Brake experience desirable for Level 1; required for other levels.
• Advanced blueprint reading.
• Working knowledge of Cincinnati Press Brake controls (Windows based).
• Ability to calculate tonnages and bend allowances.
• Tooling selection for forming parts (Acute, Gooseneck, Offset, etc.).
• Ability to work with various materials and thicknesses.
• Setup experience by level/department/equipment.
• Sheet metal layout experience; level 2+.

Responsibilities

• Operate press brake safely when lead/setup validated quality requirements exist.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area; handle materials and packaging.
• Perform simple setups using drawings and bend simulations; observe 1/4 inch rule.
• Read and follow shop loads; perform inspections with precision measuring tools.
• Record EPICOR transactions and move material as needed.
• Assemble, load and maintain tooling, fixtures, and jigs.
• Provide feedback and participate in process improvements with VSM.

Skills

Press Brake operation

Blueprint reading

Basic math & measurement

Safety consciousness

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNC experience (preferred, required for L3 & Lead)

Tools

EPICOR transactions

Cincinnati Press Brake controls

Job description

Job Summary:This position is accountable for performingpressbrakeoperationsand activities. Individualsmust demonstrateacore competencyrequiredthroughout the organization. These competencies include safety, quality, production, and behavior.

Level 1

• OperatePressBrake safelywhenlead or others have setup and validated quality requirements for a specificpart.
• Consistentlymaintaina neat and orderly work area.
• Mustfrequentlylift and/or move up to 50pounds.
• Perform EPICOR transactions logging in and out of jobs and recording quantitycomplete, scrapped.
• Performsimplesetups on Press Brake utilizing part drawings and bend simulations.
  • Set up/Observe ¼ inch rule. If not possible engage Lead or VSM prior tooperating.
• Reads and follow Shop Loads
• Perform inspections using precision measuring and gauging equipment.
• Perform and document all Job/Routing/Qualityprocedures as directed.
• Perform material handling functions including packaging.
• Assemble, Load and Maintain Tooling, Fixtures, Jigs, Etc.
• Perform EPICOR transactions movingmaterialfrom/to appropriate locations.

Level 3 (Includes Level 1,2, and3Requirements)

• Suggest ideas to improve job processes and inform VSMof suggestions.
• Provides adequate feedback to department manager when the job is not running within 15% of standard.
• Provides adequate feedback to Department Managers/Engineering by using M.E.C.R forms and notes on the routing.
• Working knowledge of punch and die configurations, tip radius and the effect on part geometry.
• Mustfrequentlylift and/or move up to 50pounds.
• Ability to read and comprehendinstructions, shortcorrespondenceand memos; basic math skills, working knowledge of computersystems.

Lead (Includes Level 1, 2, and 3 Requirements)

• Capable of training for complex and simple setups
• Capable of training EPICOR transactions
• Capable of training Safety and QualityRequirements

Cincinnati Press Brakes

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• CNC experience (preferred,requiredfor L3and Lead)

Skills and/or Experience

• Press Brake experience desirable for L1,Requiredfor all otherlevels.
• Advanced blueprint reading.
• Working knowledge of controlsfor Cincinnati Press Brakes (Windows based)
• Ability to calculate required tonnages and bendallowances.
• Ability to select proper toolingrequiredto form a part(Acute, Gooseneck, Offset, etc.)
• Ability to work ona varietyof material types andthicknesses.
• Setup experience specific tolevel,department,or equipment
• Sheet Metal Layout experience (Tangent Correction, Basic Bend AllowanceEtc.) Level 2 and up only
• Understanding of Material Properties including Flatness, Surface Grades, Types, Gauge etc.Level 2 and up only