Press Brake Operator - Carolina Spiral

Role And Responsibilities

• Operate press brake to complete orders in a timely manner
• Study blueprints and specifications to understand technical requirements
• Set up CNC press brake to project specifications
• Ensure proper positioning and alignment of metal inside of press brake
• Monitor the bending process
• Measure and inspect the finished sheet metal to ensure it matches specifications and/or blueprint
• Troubleshoot and address problems that arise during the pressing process
• Perform routing maintenance on the press brake
• Setup appropriate dies for project specifications
• Comply with all health and safety standards in the fabrication shop
• Absorb and provide the best quality and productive work without constant reminder
• Communicate with management, superintendent
• Check to ensure that each job order is accurate and complete
• Maintain, clean, and organize work area
• Update order status daily
• Absorb and assist with general work activities per the direction of the shop Supervisor to complete the activities
• Absorb and support the mechanic, foremen, and superintendent to complete the project in a timely manner
• Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the company from time to time
• Exceptional career growth opportunities as Carolina Spiral continues to grow

Qualifications And Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating a CNC press brake
• In-depth understanding of the parts of a press brake and how the machine works
• Computer skills to operate CNC software
• Ability to remain upright and perform repetitive movements throughout most of a work shift
• Arithmetic skills to perform measurements using various measurement tools
• Familiarity with blueprints and the terminology used in technical specification sheets
• Must be able to work flexible schedule-days, and some weekends
• Present yourself in a professional manner
• Must be able to work with variety of tools, follow directions and be able to read and write
• Tape Measure
• Protractor
• Calipers
• Wrenches & Hand Tools
• Forklift operation

Required Education

• High School graduate or equivalent

Work Environment

• Exposure to high noise intensity level
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to forklift traffic
• Climate-controlled shop!

Physical Demands

• Occasional sitting
• Frequent stooping, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and climbing
• Constant standing, walking, reaching, and gripping

Material Handling

• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Constant lifting to 25 lbs.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Competitive wages and quarterly bonuses
• 401k with Employer Contributions
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Health Savings Plan