Punch Press Operator

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1d • $22 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Trystar is seeking a Punch Press Operator for its Faribault, Minnesota facility. The role is described as operating press brake machines to bend, shape, and form sheet metal or other materials according to engineering drawings and specifications, producing components accurately and efficiently. The operator works under the direction of the Production Supervisor and contributes to manufacturing quality, safety, production targets, and process improvement.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in machine operation, or mechanical ability and aptitude to understand how manufacturing equipment works together in a production line.
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or general knowledge of metalworking, bending, and tooling.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend plant directives written in English.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to perform simple mathematics and accurately track materials used in manufacturing, including scrap amounts.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Ability to comply with required personal protective equipment requirements, including eye, hand, foot, and hearing protection.
• Frequent lifting, standing, bending, and reaching are required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma.
• Technical secondary education.
• Previous brake press operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up press brake equipment by loading appropriate tooling, dies, and materials, and ensuring the machine is calibrated and aligned.
• Position and align sheet metal or other materials on the press brake bed.
• Operate the press brake to bend or form materials according to engineering drawings and specifications, selecting tooling and adjusting machine settings as needed.
• Inspect bent components using measuring instruments such as calipers and gauges to verify dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Maintain press brake tooling and replace tooling when necessary.
• Identify and resolve minor process issues, material inconsistencies, or machine malfunctions.
• Follow safety guidelines and protocols and comply with company and industry safety regulations.
• Monitor production to maintain workflow and address deviations or inefficiencies.
• Record production data in Epicor, machine settings, maintenance activities, daily production reports, tally sheets, and scrap reports.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, quality control personnel, and other team members to support production flow and meet targets.
• Read and follow applicable Standard Operating Procedures to operate equipment and manufacture products.
• Read and interpret SolidWorks engineering drawings as needed for accurate and safe press operation.
• Maintain and use hand tools needed to set up, disassemble, and operate equipment.
• Seek opportunities to improve bending processes, reduce cycle times, and improve efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED