CNC Punch Operator

Black Label Services Careers•Ft Collins, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Punch Operator operates and coordinates activities related to the CNC punch machine while maintaining quality, responsiveness, and efficiency. The role supports safe, organized production and the timely flow of parts through the machine area. The operator works with the shop foreman to manage jobs, crews, equipment, materials, and work quality; may also assist estimating with manufacturing and delivery schedules. The position includes end-of-job part inspections, quality-system paperwork, participation in shift meetings, and helping cross-train shop crew members. When workloads permit, the operator may assist with other shop work, including welding and forklift operation. The position is primarily based in a shop or warehouse, with lifting up to 50 pounds. The normal schedule is four ten-hour days, with overtime as needed that may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekends. Minimal computer work is required. The listed pay range is $23.00–$28.00 per hour.

Requirements

GED or high school diploma.
2–5 years of manufacturing experience running a CNC punch brake.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage materials and tools in relation to the press punch machine and surrounding area.
Ability and willingness to help with machine preventive maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders.
Ability to use precision measuring tools, including calipers and protractors.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including prolonged standing, walking, or sitting; manual dexterity and mobility; considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching; and visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

Some experience with welding and fabricating, and knowledge of manufacturing processes.
2–5 years of welding experience with welding certificates.

Responsibilities

Operate and coordinate activities related to the CNC punch machine while maintaining work quality, responsiveness, and efficiency.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and parts flow through the CNC machine area.
Follow OSHA guidelines to help ensure a safe work environment for shop and warehouse employees.
Work with the shop foreman to manage jobs, including crews, equipment, materials, and work quality.
Follow proper job and project clock-in and clock-out procedures.
Participate in daily pre-shift and post-shift meetings to minimize production delays and maximize on-time delivery.
At times, work with estimating to determine manufacturing and delivery quote schedules or dates.
Help control operational costs and expenses in the warehouse and shop.
Follow company policies.
Help cross-train other shop crew members.
Review and inspect parts at the end of jobs to ensure they meet company standards and tolerances.
Submit timely and accurate paperwork required by the quality management system.
Assist with other shop work, such as welding or forklift driving, when workloads do not require a full shift on the press brake.
Help with preventive maintenance procedures for the machine.
Read and interpret blueprints and job orders to determine specifications.
Set up and operate the press brake machine to bend, punch, form, or shape metal plates.
Use precision measuring tools, such as calipers and protractors, to verify accuracy.