Precision CNC Press Brake Operator - Swing Shift
About The Position
Specialty Metals Corp is seeking an experienced Precision CNC Press Brake Operator for its AS9100-certified, high-mix, low-volume fabrication shop in Kent, Washington. The shop produces custom components for aerospace and other demanding industries, emphasizing process control, documentation, precision, and getting parts right the first time. The operator independently sets up and operates a 12-foot, 285-ton CNC press brake and provides backup shear operation as needed. The role includes interpreting aerospace engineering drawings, planning bends and selecting tooling, producing formed parts to specified tolerances as tight as ±.010 inches, inspecting parts, troubleshooting setups, and following AS9100 quality procedures and safe material-handling practices. This is a full-time, non-union swing-shift role scheduled from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Pay is $29.00–$37.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Strong blueprint-reading, sheet metal forming, shop math, and precision inspection skills.
- Ability to hold tight tolerances and solve problems in a custom job shop.
- Dependable, safety-minded workmanship.
- Applicants are subject to background and drug screening; random drug testing is conducted after employment.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of CNC press brake experience, including independent setups and tooling selection.
- Shear experience.
- Aerospace or AS9100 experience.
Responsibilities
- Independently set up and operate a 12-foot, 285-ton CNC press brake.
- Provide backup shear operation as needed.
- Read aerospace engineering drawings and produce formed parts to specified tolerances, including tolerances as tight as ±.010 inches.
- Calculate bend allowances and deductions, select tooling, and plan efficient bend sequences.
- Inspect first pieces and production parts using precision measuring tools.
- Troubleshoot and adjust setups.
- Follow AS9100 quality procedures.
- Safely handle materials using shop equipment.
Benefits
- Employee medical coverage costing $5.15 per biweekly paycheck; an HRA reimburses the last $2,500 of a $5,000 deductible.
- Employee dental and vision coverage at no cost.
- 401(k) with a 100% company match up to 4% of pay.
- Paid vacation of up to four weeks based on tenure.
- Seven paid holidays.
- Accrued paid sick leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
