CNC PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR

E&E Manufacturing Co•Plymouth, MI

About The Position

The CNC Press Brake Operator operates and sets up a press brake to manufacture tools, parts, equipment, and other components. The operator prepares, adjusts, and programs the equipment according to product plans and schedules; measures, aligns, and loads materials according to blueprints; documents production; and performs quality inspections. The role requires reading blueprints and using measurement tools and basic GD&T. Employees are expected to work reliably, maintain an organized and efficient work area, communicate accurate and timely information, support teamwork, follow company policies and procedures—including ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and safety regulations—and demonstrate a proactive, positive, respectful attitude. The operator must know applicable control document procedures and actively support Globe Tech Values. The position is in a manufacturing environment near loud, moving mechanical parts, presses, and machinery. Ear protection may be required. Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, using hands to grasp, handle, or feel, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Periodic lifting of up to 50 pounds is required; lift assists are available for heavy objects.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of hands-on CNC press brake experience.
Experience with basic computer and ERP systems.
Ability to use and read measurement tools, read blueprints, and apply basic GD&T.
Ability to speak effectively with fellow employees or customers.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents.
Ability to interpret written, verbal, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and basic algebra.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines while handling multiple duties.
Ability to solve practical problems and work with concrete variables where standardization is limited.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including periodically lifting up to 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Operate a press brake to manufacture tools, parts, equipment, and other components.
Prepare, set up, and adjust the press brake according to product plans and schedules.
Measure and align materials.
Identify and select the correct program in CNC brake software.
Load material according to part blueprints.
Document production as required.
Use and read measurement tools.
Read blueprints and apply knowledge of basic GD&T.
Perform required quality inspections.
Maintain an organized and efficient work area and communicate relevant information to coworkers and management.
Follow company policies and procedures, including applicable quality, environmental, and safety requirements.