Machine Setup Technician – Press Brake

SUMMARY:

This role is ideal for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience in press brake operations. The operator will be responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating various press brakes—including Accurpress and Cone—to perform complex forming, bending, punching, and notching tasks. Candidates must be proficient in reading technical drawings, using precision measurement tools, and ensuring product quality through inspections and documentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates attention to detail, and is committed to continuous improvement and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Set-ups adjust and operate all sizes of press breaks to perform a wide variety of operations such as forming, bending, punching, and notching where procedures are prescribed and standardized.
• Set-up dies and gauges, adjust ram stroke.
• Determine sequence of multiple pass operations to make required bends on complicated sections or angle forming or compound radii.
• Set-up fixed and adjustable punching dies and gauges for multiple and series punching.
• Work from drawings, specifications, patterns or templates.
• Work is subject to first piece quality and final inspections.
• Inspect finished products for quality control and adherence to customer specifications. Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors, and ring gauges to ensure precision.
• Assist engineers in the development, building, or testing of prototypes, new products, processes, or procedures. Measure and record data related to equipment performance and product functionality.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including cleaning production equipment and using appropriate cleaning materials, tools, and equipment. Adhere to safety standards for proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Document procedures, report equipment malfunctions, and track inventory accurately. Ensure proper start-up and shut-down procedures are followed.
• Guide/Train operators on procedures, machine operation, quality and packaging process.
• Adhere to Company policies as described in Employee handbook.
• Follow all quality standards and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude and Spatial Relations
• Minimum of 2-3 years of machine set-up experience
• Experience set-up and operating Accurpress and Cone Press Breaks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task is crucial
• Manufacturing and ISO 9001:2015 experience, preferred
• Experience using Micrometers, height gauges, and calipers.
• Knowledge and ability to use measuring devices such as height gauge, caliper, micrometer, etc.
• Strong understanding of welding, forming, and cutting processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of the organization.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• Press brake machine: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person