Tube Bend Operator - Day Shift

Montana Precision Products; Butte, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

401(k) with Match

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

Montana Precision Products in Butte, MT, seeks a manufacturing operator to set up and run tube bending and machining processes. You will trim, bend, form, deburr, and inspect parts to meet fabrication drawings, using fixtures, gauges, and hand tools.

Reading blueprints and maintaining equipment are key responsibilities. The role emphasizes safe operation, quality assurance, and cross-training across tube bending and machining areas, with standard day shift duties and strong eligibility

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of angles, planes, and geometry.
• Mathematical reading and computation abilities.
• Ability to read/write/speak English.
• Eligible as a US Person for access to restricted technology.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and programs to trim, bend, form, and inspect material per drawings.
• Prepare material and trim for bending; perform deburring.
• Operate, inspect, and document quality using fixtures and gauges.
• Read blueprints, travelers/routers, and work instructions.
• Maintain and log preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Provide instruction and support on processes within the manufacturing cell.
• Troubleshoot quality deficiencies and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Keep tools and work area clean; participate in cross-training.
• Support training in tube bending and machining production areas.

Skills

Geometry understanding

Mathematical ability

English literacy

US Person Status

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Go-no-go gauges

Job description

Montana Precision Products – Where Precision Meets Innovation!

Montana Precision Products (MPP) is at the forefront of manufacturing excellence, specializing in producing complex and high-precision components for the aerospace and industrial sectors. At MPP, you'll be part of a team that uses state-of-the-art technology to create components that power some of the most recognizable aircraft in the world, including the Boeing 737 MAX, the Airbus A320neo, and other commercial aircraft.

Job Summary:

Sets up, operates, and manipulates a variety of computerized and manually controlled machines for metal forming. Operates machine(s) in a prescribed safe manner – bending and roll forming tube, drilling holes, tapping threads, finishing and cleaning product, tube cutting/trimming, end forming, grinding/polishing, and cleaning. Performing these operations requires working with additional equipment such as overhead cranes, fixtures, metrology gages and hand tools. This position requires reading, planning, verifying fixture calibration and performing regular operator maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up machines and CNC or NC programs according to work instructions to trim, bend, form, and inspect material to meet fabrication drawing requirements.
• Trim, deburr, and prepare material for bending.
• Bend, form, clean, cold work, polish, and inspect product using fixtures, jigs, shop aids, etc. to meet requirements.
• Read and understand blueprints, travelers/routers, and work instructions.
• Inspect, maintain, and log preventative maintenance on equipment needed for tube bending or forming.
• Provide instruction and technical support on any parts, equipment, and processes assigned to manufacturing cell.
• Troubleshoot and solve manufacturing quality deficiencies within cell.
• Maintains tools and equipment, keeps work area clean and free from debris
• Participates in training across tube bending and machining production areas
• Ensures that quality standards are met
• Complies with all MTPP safety and quality procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule:

• 1st (Day) Shift: Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm

Work Environment:

• May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (Not over OSHA Permissible Exposure Levels).
• Safety training and equipment are provided by MPP in accordance with applicable law, industry standards and company policy.

Why Work Here:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and a Health Reimbursement Account
• Career Growth and Promotional Paths
• Generous Paid Time Off That Starts Accruing Day 1
• 401(k) with Match
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Annual Performance Based Incentives
• Cross Training Raises of 3% and 6% Depending on Number of Areas Certified in
• Overtime Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety First Culture

Requirements

• Strong understanding of angles, planes, and associated geometry.
• Mathematical and reading skills.
• Ability to read/write/speak English
• US Person Status
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen or criminal background check
• Mathematical Ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
• Ability to work safely and adequately using hand tools, saws, sanders, and clamps
• Good attention to detail and eye/hand coordination skills
• Ability to lift 25 to 40 pounds occasionally
• Ability to follow instructions and report information

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience reading and interpreting hand metrology equipment such as micrometers, vernier calipers, go-no-go thread and pin gages
• Experience setting up fixtures, manually controlled machining equipment, roll and tube bending machinery
• Background knowledge of concepts and operational experience in tube bending or manual machining, part cleaning, and metrology

Employment Eligibility:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology. Montana Precision Products will require proof of status prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Montana Precision Products is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.