Senior CNC Press Brake Programmer & Set-Up Lead

Tempco Manufacturing; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempco Manufacturing in Saint Paul, MN, is seeking a Lead Press Brake Programmer and Set-Up Technician (Level II/III) to own advanced CNC press brake setups, drive first-piece quality, and mentor our team.

You will translate blueprints into efficient runs, determine tooling, verify parts with precision gauges, stage materials, document work, and coach operators to uphold safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Extensive press brake setup experience in metal stamping and forming.
• Excellent blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Proven track record of first-pass quality and problem solving on the floor.

Responsibilities

• Own advanced CNC press brake programming and set-ups for intricate, tight-tolerance parts.
• Translate detailed blueprints, job packets, and work instructions into efficient runs.
• Determine tooling, calculate bend allowances, and optimize for speed and accuracy.
• Verify parts using precision measuring tools and visual checks.
• Stage materials, document work clearly, and support production schedules.
• Coach Level I/II operators; champion best practices and consistency.

Skills

Press brake programming

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stamping Press

Measurement Gauges

Job description

Tempco Manufacturing in Saint Paul, MN, is seeking a Lead Press Brake Programmer and Set-Up Technician (Level II/III) to own advanced CNC press brake setups, drive first-piece quality, and mentor our team.

You will translate blueprints into efficient runs, determine tooling, verify parts with precision gauges, stage materials, document work, and coach operators to uphold safety and productivity.