CNC Press Brake Operator

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled CNC Press Brake Operator to join our team. As a CNC Press Brake Operator, you will be responsible for producing high-quality sheet metal parts using our state-of-the-art equipment. Your expertise in machine setup, program retrieval, and precision measuring tools will be crucial in ensuring the efficient production of parts. Experience in a sheet metal job shop or contract manufacturing environment is required. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values excellence and innovation.

Job Specifications:

- Job Type : Full-time

- Location: Newport News

• Pay Rate: $25-27/ hr

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate a CNC Press Brake to produce sheet metal parts

• Perform machine setup, including program retrieval and tooling setup

• Work efficiently to produce the maximum number of parts in minimum time

• Perform multiple setups per shift for short runs and longer production runs

• Utilize press brake tooling effectively, including choosing, changing, and maintaining tools

• Check the accuracy of work using blueprints and precision measuring tools such as calipers

• Create and edit programs on a CNC Press Brake for light gauge sheet metal forming

• Read and interpret shop floor drawings, layouts, and job folders

• Work from blueprints, rough sketches, and customer samples for prototype production and small batches

• Make informed decisions to ensure the quality and precision of the produced parts

• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the machine and work area

• Collaborate with maintenance and repair technicians to diagnose equipment problems

• Select correct materials based on material tags and work orders

• Safely locate and move raw materials and parts using a pallet jack or forklift

• Record daily production activity

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Work effectively with engineering personnel and other machine operators

• Lift up to 75 lbs throughout the shift

• Follow all safety rules and maintain a clean working environment

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience as a CNC Press Brake Operator in a sheet metal job shop or contract manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in machine setup, program retrieval, and tooling setup

• Strong knowledge of press brake tooling and its maintenance

• Ability to check the accuracy of work using blueprints and precision measuring tools

• Skill in creating and editing programs on a CNC Press Brake for light gauge sheet metal forming

• Familiarity with reading and interpreting shop floor drawings, layouts, and job folders

• Decision-making skills to ensure the quality and precision of produced parts

• Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, reach, and perform repetitive hand and finger movements

• Comfortable working in cold or hot temperatures in the plant

• Excellent attendance record

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.