CNC Press Brake Operator - Bandsaw -Night Shift

HOLT Group•Waco, TX

About The Position

This position operates 350-ton and 1000-ton ACCURPRESS brake machines to shape metal. The operator reads drawings and blueprints, programs the brake for bending and forming operations, uses standard and custom dies, and compensates for bend allowances across different sheet-metal thicknesses. The role checks dimensions with precision-measuring instruments, performs routine machine maintenance, and works with the manufacturing team to produce high-quality products and meet manufacturing goals. The operator may learn and perform setup and operation of plasma and oxy CNC cutting machines, and load components onto plasma, oxy-cut, shear, press, and roll equipment. The position promotes the company’s Values Based Leadership practices, follows safety and company policies, maintains regular and punctual attendance, and performs other assigned duties. The role has no supervisory responsibilities and may require less than 5% travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Up to 2 years of computer-operated machinery and manufacturing experience.
Working experience with CNC-operated press brakes and ability to compensate for bend allowances across various sheet-metal thicknesses.
Ability to perform routine maintenance on press brakes.
Training and skill in using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges, and other precision-measuring instruments.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a forklift license.
Ability to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment.
Ability to frequently reach, bend, walk, and perform similar movements.
Ability to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, approximately five times per day.
Ability to climb ladders and equipment and work in cramped spaces or on elevated surfaces.
Ability to wear required protective and safety equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating an automated shear to cut steel sheets and plates.
Willingness to learn to operate the DAVI plate roller and Messer down-draft cut table.

Responsibilities

Read drawings and blueprints and program press brakes for bending and forming operations using standard and custom dies.
Measure overall dimensions with micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges, and other precision-measuring instruments to ensure tight tolerances.
Compensate for bend allowances across different sheet-metal thicknesses.
Perform routine maintenance on press brake machines.
Work as part of the manufacturing team to provide high-quality products and achieve manufacturing goals.
Learn and perform setup and operation of plasma and oxy CNC cutting machines to produce cut parts.
Load component parts onto plasma, oxy-cut, shear, press, and roll equipment.
Model and promote the company’s Values Based Leadership tools and processes.
Follow applicable safety policies and company procedures.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Perform other assigned duties.
Communicate with customers, service managers, and co-workers.
Visually inspect work and respond to alarms, instructions, and other signals.