CNC Press Brake Operator

Symbiotic Services•Denton, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Symbiotic Services is recruiting a detail-oriented CNC Press Brake Operator for a client in the manufacturing industry. The role focuses on managing, maintaining, inspecting, and distributing cutting and forming tooling used in CNC laser cutting, punch/laser combination, and press brake operations. The position supports efficient manufacturing by ensuring tooling is organized, available, maintained, and accurately documented.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine tooling.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tooling specifications, and technical documentation.
Basic computer proficiency, including inventory management and ERP/MRP data entry.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate effectively with programmers, machine operators, engineering personnel, and tooling vendors.
Understanding of mechanical equipment, tooling design, operation, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, raw materials, production methods, and quality control procedures.
Familiarity with CNC laser cutting, punch/laser combination, and press brake tooling.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including calipers and micrometers.
Basic algebra skills and ability to interpret fractional and decimal measurements.
Ability to read and understand English-language instructions, technical specifications, and vendor documentation.
Ability to stand and walk regularly throughout the workday; frequently use hands and arms to handle, inspect, and transport tooling; and lift or move tooling and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform physical tasks associated with tooling maintenance and manufacturing support.

Nice To Haves

Technical training in machining, tool and die, or manufacturing technology.
1–3 years of experience in a tool crib, tool and die, or CNC machine tooling support role.
Previous experience with sheet metal fabrication tooling, including press brake punches and dies, laser consumables, or punch tooling.

Responsibilities

Maintain and organize tooling inventory for CNC laser cutting, punch/laser combination, and press brake equipment.
Manage laser cutting consumables, including nozzles, lenses, and ceramics, as well as press brake punches, dies, and punch tooling.
Inspect incoming and existing tooling for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy.
Remove damaged or worn tooling from service and coordinate repair, sharpening, regrinding, or replacement.
Coordinate with tooling vendors and purchasing personnel on quotations, purchase requisitions, delivery schedules, and warranty or service requirements.
Prepare, stage, and distribute appropriate tooling to CNC machine operators according to production schedules and programmed jobs.
Retrieve, inspect, and return tooling to designated storage locations after production.
Work with sheet metal programmers to select appropriate tooling and verify tooling information in CAM/nesting software libraries.
Perform routine tooling maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and light sharpening.
Coordinate scheduled off-site tooling sharpening and regrinding services.
Maintain accurate tooling inventory, usage, and cost records using inventory management or ERP/MRP systems.
Recommend replacement and spare tooling purchases to minimize production interruptions.
Support setup, qualification, and validation of tooling for newly installed CNC equipment, including Amada machines.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized tool crib and manufacturing workspace following 5S standards.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures and material-handling safety requirements when installing, removing, or transporting tooling.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce tooling changeover times, material waste, and equipment downtime.
Perform additional duties as assigned.