2D Laser / CNC Brake Press Fabricator

Perfecto Tool & Engineering Co Inc • Anderson, IN

6h

About The Position

Produce precision sheet-metal components safely, accurately, and on schedule by programming, setting up, operating, inspecting, and caring for 2D laser and CNC brake press equipment. The role converts engineering requirements into repeatable production while protecting quality, material utilization, flow, and equipment condition.

The fabricator follows safe work practices, including starting work only when the machine, tooling, guarding, material, instructions, and personal protective equipment are ready, and complying with lockout/tagout and material-handling requirements. The role also supports production flow, quality, equipment care, continuous improvement, and other fabrication tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and operating CNC laser cutting equipment.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and operating CNC brake presses.
• Experience with laser programming and nesting software.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and job instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of sheet-metal materials, fabrication methods, and common defects.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine machine, program, setup, and quality issues.
• CAD/CAM programming experience.
• Forklift certification or ability to become authorized.
• Crane certification or ability to become authorized.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Experience documenting setup standards or training others.

Responsibilities

• Create or modify laser programs and nesting layouts; select parameters for material and thickness; verify revisions and job requirements before release.
• Select tooling, complete standard setups, verify the first piece, and make controlled adjustments to achieve repeatable output.
• Read drawings and specifications; measure parts with calipers, micrometers, and other approved instruments; identify and contain nonconforming output.
• Execute work according to released priorities, record labor and status accurately, and communicate constraints before they cause schedule misses.
• Diagnose routine programming, setup, cutting, bending, and machine issues; complete cleaning, lubrication, inspection, and assigned preventive maintenance.
• Work with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to address recurring causes, improve setup and flow, and transfer knowledge.
• Perform deburring, insert installation, authorized forklift operation, and other fabrication tasks; maintain an organized work area.
• Follow safety requirements, including lockout/tagout and material-handling procedures, and ensure required equipment, materials, instructions, guarding, and personal protective equipment are ready before work begins.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED