Job Description

**Position Overview

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The Press Brake Operator is responsible for the setup and operation of CNC Press Brake equipment, playing a crucial role in our metal fabrication process. This position involves shaping and bending metal plates, sheets, and other parts according to customer specifications, contributing directly to our company's reputation for precision and quality.

**Key Responsibilities

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• Set up and operate CNC programmable press brakes and related equipment

• Execute press machine operations according to precise specifications

• Plan and implement sequences of operations to achieve desired results

• Communicate effectively with the Production team regarding job requirements and progress

• Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping in the work area

• Perform machine adjustments and minor maintenance as needed

• Read and interpret routers, blueprints, drawings, and machine sketches

• Program brake presses, restore saved programs, and ensure optimal machine operation

• Adapt to changing production needs and perform other related duties as assigned

**Required Qualifications

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• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job routers

• Proficiency in reading gauges, micrometers, and applying principles of geometric tolerances

• Experience in CNC press brake operation and programming

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to use measuring instruments to produce parts within decimal and angular tolerances

• Capability to perform metric conversions

**Preferred Qualifications

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• Vocational School or Machine Trade School education

• Advanced knowledge of industry specifications and equipment

• Experience with Trumpf Press Brakes

**Professional Attributes

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• Independence and reliability in task completion with minimal supervision

• Creative problem-solving and initiative in finding process improvements

• Strict adherence to safety protocols, conduct rules, and company policies

• Strong teamwork skills and ability to cooperate with co-workers, supervisors, and external contacts

• Punctuality and dependability in attendance and work performance

• Adaptability to changing production demands and willingness to assume additional duties

**Physical Requirements

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• Ability to stand for up to two to three hours continuously

• Occasional sitting, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and stooping

• Regular reaching and grasping of cut parts throughout the day

• Capacity to lift 45 lbs minimum and up to 60 lbs individually, or up to 120 lbs in a team lift

• Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

**Work Environment

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• Exposure to typical fabrication shop conditions including dirt, dust, and noise

• Potential exposure to temperature extremes (heat and cold)

• Work around machinery with moving parts and mobile vehicles

• Close collaboration with team members

• Some overtime may be required based on business needs

**Benefits

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• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 80% of costs covered by the company

• Security: Long-term and short-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, and additional employee life insurance options

• Supplemental Coverage: Critical illness and accident insurance

• Growth Opportunities: Potential for advancement within our company and across our broader owner's family of companies

• Culture of Excellence: Join a team dedicated to organizational excellence, continual employee development, and sustainable manufacturing processes

**About Us

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From precision aerospace components to life-saving medical devices, We have been at the forefront of complex metal fabrication for over six decades. Our Northern Kentucky roots run deep, but our impact reaches far beyond - powering industries, advancing technology, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

We're not just metalworkers; we're problem solvers, innovators, and partners to some of the most demanding industries in the world. Our team thrives on challenges, turning seemingly impossible specifications into reality through a combination of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned American craftsmanship.

We're building more than just metal components - we're crafting the future. Our team is passionate about making a real difference and never settles for "good enough" as we build a legacy of excellence.