Job Opportunity:

Columbus, Ohio Our client is looking for a Press Brake Operator to join their team. Our client specializes in precision metal fabrication, custom electronic enclosures, and deep-drawn components for a variety of industries. The Press Brake Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of sheet metal fabrication equipment, including CNC punch presses, CNC press brakes, and fiber laser cutting machines.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Set up and operate CNC and/or mechanical sheet metal fabrication equipment. Operate CNC punch presses, press brakes, fiber laser cutting machines, and other fabrication equipment as needed. Perform complete or partial machine setups, including tooling changes, material setup, program selection, and first-piece verification. Set up and operate CNC press brakes, including selection and installation of punches and dies, back gauge setup, bend sequence verification, and part inspection. Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and job travelers. Read and understand dimensions, tolerances, bend specifications, hole locations, and other product requirements. Use precision measuring equipment including calipers, height gauges, angle gauges, and other inspection tools. Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure parts meet quality requirements. Adjust machine programs and machine settings as necessary to maintain dimensional accuracy and product quality. Select appropriate tooling, dies, punches, and forming methods based on material type, thickness, and part requirements. Load, unload, and safely handle sheet metal and fabricated components. Monitor machine performance and identify potential quality, tooling, material, or equipment issues. Troubleshoot basic machine and production problems and communicate more complex issues to supervision or maintenance.

Requirements/Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred. Hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication. 5+ years experience operating one or more of the following: o CNC punch presses o CNC press brakes o Fiber laser cutting machines o Other CNC sheet metal fabrication equipment Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings. Strong understanding of sheet metal materials, including material thickness, bend characteristics, and forming requirements. Experience using precision measuring equipment. Ability to perform machine setups and make adjustments to maintain part quality. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability. Ability to regularly lift and move materials and parts within established safety guidelines. Experience with CNC press brake programming or editing existing programs highly preferred.