Press Brake Operator

Rite-Hite • Clare, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of related manufacturing or CNC Press Brake experience required.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Strong mathematical skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and work with varying procedures and instructions.
• Skilled in the use of standard measurement tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Press Brake machines in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Program CNC controls using information provided on prints.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and hoists.
• Verify that materials are correct in type and dimension before bending.
• Calculate blank sizes, bend locations, appropriate tonnage, and tooling for each part.
• Utilize work orders and QC packets to complete jobs accurately.
• Detect and correct equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance components; report issues to maintenance/management.
• Read, interpret, and apply information from blueprints.
• Verify machine settings and tolerances to ensure precision and quality.
• Perform quality checks before sending parts to the next operation.
• Use measurement tools (tape measure, caliper, micrometer) to verify work.
• Maintain the press dies and punches, keeping them free of debris and damage.
• Collaborate with engineers, production staff, or supervisors to resolve issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in products and processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree