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Bending Machine Operator

Kooks
Statesville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ability to setup and run CNC rotary tube bending machines such as Soco, Eagle or Addison with limited supervision.
  • Set-up and operate CNC rotary draw bending machine while conforming to manufacturing tolerances
  • Set-up and switch tooling of CNC rotary draw bending machine (Bend Di, Clamp Di, Wiper Di, Pressure Di, Mandrel, Collette, Stop Blocks)
  • Program new post bends into CNC bending machine
  • Ensure all tube assemblies meet strict quality and compliance standards
  • Checking drawings to work orders to ensure correct quantity of posts are bent and put out for job
  • Can work effectively with cross-functional departments as need
  • Conduct quality inspections using appropriate quality measurement tools (calipers, taps, angles)
  • Maintenance of tooling and equipment

Requirements

  • Ability to work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all safety and regulatory requirements.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Experience tube bending parts
  • Strong understanding of basic math including decimals, fractions and metric system
  • Proficient in English to communicate with fellow employees and follow work instructions
  • Ability to use the required hand tools, power tools, and cutting machines in the assembly process
  • Can effectively use measuring instruments such as a tape measure
  • Detail oriented with large emphasis on accuracy
  • Ability to work in high pressure situations under deadlines

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Experience working with Stainless Steel Tubes (thin-walled and thick-walled tubing)
  • Well versed in manufacturing of complex tube assemblies
  • Experience with 3D tube bends
  • Certified Production Technician (NCMIT graduate) preferred

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