What are the responsibilities and job description for the Press Brake Operator (Day Shift Monday- Saturday 10 HRS) position at Bison Profab Inc.?
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining press brake machines to bend and form sheet metal components with precision and efficiency. Your expertise will ensure that all fabricated parts meet strict quality standards while adhering to safety protocols. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality manufacturing processes in a dynamic environment, where your mechanical knowledge and machining skills will be valued and developed. If you have experience being an CNC Operator, you are able to do this job.
Duties
- Set up and operate press brake machinery, ensuring accurate bending according to detailed blueprints and technical drawings
- Read and interpret complex blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and technical specifications to produce precise parts
- Program CNC (Computer Numerical Control) press brake machines for complex bending operations, optimizing efficiency and accuracy
- Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting on press brake equipment to minimize downtime
- Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensions and quality of finished parts
- Fabricate sheet metal components using hand tools, tooling, plasma cutting, CNC laser cutting, and other fabrication techniques
- Conduct quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process to ensure parts meet specifications; adjust machine settings as needed
- Operate forklifts and cranes safely for material handling and movement of heavy sheet metal or fabricated parts
- Maintain detailed records of production activities, machine settings, inspection results, and safety checks
Qualifications
- Proven experience operating press brake machines in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
- Strong mechanical knowledge with familiarity in CNC programming, CNC laser cutting, plasma cutting, electrical discharge machining (EDM), CNC milling machines, and CNC lathes
- Ability to read blueprints accurately and interpret GD&T specifications for precise fabrication
- Skilled in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other quality inspection instruments
- Knowledge of welding techniques and assembly processes is a plus
- Experience with tooling setup, sheet metal fabrication, stamping presses, hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and safety protocols
- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations required during setup and inspection processes
- Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality assurance in manufacturing outputs
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while adhering to safety standards
Join us as a Press Brake Operator if you’re passionate about precision machining, dedicated to quality craftsmanship, and eager to grow your skills in a vibrant manufacturing setting. Your expertise will help us produce top-tier components that meet the highest standards of excellence!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- CNC Operator: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18