Press Brake Operator - Weekend Day Shift

SendCutSend•Paris, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate and support CNC fiber laser and CNC press brake equipment to produce precision-cut and formed sheet metal parts. This hands-on role focuses on machine setup and operation, inspection, and material handling. The operator works with team leads, supervisors, and department managers to complete jobs accurately, efficiently, and to customer specifications. The position is based on a manufacturing and production floor, around CNC lasers, press brakes, material-handling equipment, moving machinery, noise, and metal materials. Required personal protective equipment must be worn at all times. The work also involves close proximity to equipment that generates strong electromagnetic fields, which may pose a risk to people with cardiac pacemakers, ICDs, or other implantable medical devices. Schedule: C Shift, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Salary: $22.00–$40.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Basic knowledge of CNC systems and machine controls.
Ability to read production drawings and flat patterns.
Ability to use measuring devices and basic hand tools.
Strong attention to detail and quality.
Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures.
Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Ability to repeatedly lift 25 pounds and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for 10- to 12-hour shifts.
Ability to bend, reach, and work around large industrial equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating CNC fiber lasers or CNC press brakes.
Experience with Amada equipment.
Forklift experience.
Prior work in a sheet metal or fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor CNC fiber lasers and CNC press brakes.
Load material into machines and unload finished parts.
Verify programs, tooling, and materials before running jobs.
Perform machine startup, shutdown, and routine daily maintenance.
Install and set up punches, dies, and job tooling as required.
Read and interpret 2D and 3D drawings to prepare laser and brake setups.
Measure parts with gauges and inspection tools to verify angles, dimensions, and accuracy against customer specifications.
Work with team leads and supervisors to meet daily production goals and communicate issues or quality concerns.
Keep the work area clean and organized in alignment with LEAN and 5S principles.
Assist with inventory of tooling, including punches and dies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.