CNC Punch Operator

Black Label Services Inc•Fort Collins, CO

3d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Punch Operator operates and coordinates activities involving the CNC punch machine while maintaining quality, responsiveness, and efficiency. The role supports the flow of parts through the machine area, follows safety and company procedures, and works with the shop foreman to manage jobs, materials, equipment, crews, and work quality. The operator also contributes to production planning, cost control, cross-training, job inspections, and required quality-management paperwork. When workload permits, the operator may assist with other shop work, including welding and forklift driving.

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 related to the press punch machine and its surrounding area.
Ability and willingness to help with preventive maintenance procedures for the machine.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders to determine specifications.
Ability to set up and operate a press brake machine to bend, punch, form, or shape metal plates.
Ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers and protractors to ensure accuracy.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including prolonged standing, walking, or sitting; manual dexterity and mobility; reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching; and visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness, organization, and the flow of parts 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 each job, including crew, equipment, materials, and quality of work.
Ensure proper clock-in and clock-out procedures are followed for jobs and projects.
Participate in daily pre-shift and post-shift meetings to minimize production delays and maximize on-time delivery.
Work with estimating at times to determine manufacturing and delivery quote schedules or dates.
Help control operational costs and expenses in the warehouse and shop.
Ensure Company policies are followed.
Help cross-train other shop crew members.
Review and inspect completed parts at the end of each job 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 workload does not warrant a full shift on the press brake.
Help with preventive maintenance procedures for the machine.