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Press Brake Operator

ATAS International, Inc.
Allentown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/10/2027

ATAS International
Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator I
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Manager

SUMMARY
Tends fabricating machines such as cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, forming machines, folding machines, that cut, shape, and bend metal sheets by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.

Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.

Positions work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade.

Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machine.

Observes machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.

Measures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy and quality of machine operation.

Knowledge of automated machines and computer operated machine interfaces, CNC environments.

The use of gauging tooling punches, and dies. Able to use caliper, micrometer and tape measures.

Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces.

Sets up machine, and stacks, marks, packs, and transports finished work pieces.

Keeps machine area clean.

Directs and trains machine operator's assistant.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Experience with CAD/CAM packages; for example, NC express, Master CAM, Pro Engineering or other CAM packages.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Able to read a micrometer and tape measure.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Problem solving ability.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Forklift License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds assisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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