Senior CNC Press Brake Lead — Precision Forming Expert

Tempco Mfg - St. Paul Facility; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempco Mfg - St. Paul Facility is seeking a Precision Forming Lead for CNC press brake operations. This role covers end-to-end setups, programming, tooling selection, and optimization to ensure first-pass quality.

You will digest blueprints, calculate bend allowances, and verify specs with gauges while mentoring Level I/II operators. The position emphasizes safe, accurate production under shift timelines and a strong focus on quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in metal fabrication or related manufacturing preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading and tolerance interpretation abilities.
• Proven capability to program, set up, and optimize CNC press brakes.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end CNC press brake setups: programming, tooling selection, and optimization.
• Digest intricate blueprints, job travelers, and work instructions with ease.
• Calculate bend allowances and refine setups for accuracy and throughput.
• Confirm specs using precision gauges and keen visual inspections.
• Stage materials, complete clear job documentation, and keep schedules on track.
• Train and mentor Level I/II operators; model safe, reliable methods.
• Maintain a neat, safe, and audit-ready workspace.

Skills

CNC press brake setup/operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement & metrology

Machine set-ups for production runs

Mentoring operators

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CNC press brake tooling

Precision gauges

Metrology tools

Job description

Tempco Mfg - St. Paul Facility is seeking a Precision Forming Lead for CNC press brake operations. This role covers end-to-end setups, programming, tooling selection, and optimization to ensure first-pass quality.

You will digest blueprints, calculate bend allowances, and verify specs with gauges while mentoring Level I/II operators. The position emphasizes safe, accurate production under shift timelines and a strong focus on quality.