CNC Press Brake Operator

Aluminess Products, Inc. • Full-time • Santee, California, United States • $24 - $28 / hour • 1m ago

Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CNC Press Brake Operator and Tube Cutter (Dragon) to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating press brake machines to bend and shape sheet metal with precision and efficiency. Your expertise will ensure the production of high-quality components that meet strict specifications. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced machinery and contribute to the fabrication of complex metal parts in a fast-paced environment. Your attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and commitment to quality will drive success in this vital manufacturing role.

Duties

Press Brake Operations

· Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form metal components
· Select, install, and verify tooling (punches, dies) per job requirements
· Interpret blueprints, bend charts, and work instructions
· Adjust machine parameters to achieve specified angles and tolerances
· Perform first-article inspections and in-process quality checks
· Inspect finished parts for dimensional accuracy and cosmetic quality

CNC Tube Cutting Operations

· Operate CNC tube cutting equipment (laser, plasma, or saw) per programmed instructions
· Load raw tube material and unload finished parts safely
· Verify correct program, material type, and dimensions prior to cutting
· Monitor cutting quality, kerf, and dimensional accuracy
· Perform basic adjustments and offsets as required
· Conduct first-article and in-process inspections

Skills

Strong mechanical knowledge with experience operating hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment
Ability to read blueprints accurately and interpret GD&T specifications for precise fabrication
Knowledge of sheet metal properties, tooling setups, stamping presses, welding techniques, and fabrication processes
Skilled in using calipers, micrometers, micrometer gauges, and other precision measuring instruments for quality inspection
Basic math skills essential for calculating dimensions and tolerances during setup and production
Experience with assembly processes involving sheet metal components and fabrication parts is a must
Familiarity with safety procedures related to machining operations including crane operation and handling heavy materials

Required Qualifications