Job Description:
CTech Manufacturing is seeking a full-time Press Brake Operator to support our growing production team. This position is a great opportunity for both experienced press brake operators and individuals looking to begin a career in manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Experienced candidates will have the opportunity to utilize their existing skills, while entry-level candidates will receive hands-on training to develop their press brake and sheet metal fabrication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate press brake machines to bend and form sheet metal according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Set up and operate press brake equipment, including selecting and installing appropriate tooling and adjusting machine settings.
Load and position materials accurately to ensure proper bends, dimensions, and finished parts.
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and production specifications.
Inspect completed parts using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and angle gauges to verify quality and accuracy.
Make machine, tooling, and program adjustments as needed to maintain part quality and production efficiency.
Identify and troubleshoot basic machine, tooling, and production issues.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety procedures.
Perform routine equipment checks and communicate maintenance needs or equipment issues to appropriate personnel.
Work closely with engineering and production teams to resolve issues and improve manufacturing processes.
Learn and follow established production processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.
Requirements:- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school certification preferred
- Previous press brake or sheet metal fabrication experience preferred but not required.
- Entry-level candidates with mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
- Experienced candidates should have a demonstrated ability to set up and operate press brake equipment independently.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements, or willingness to learn.
- Ability to use or learn to use precision measuring instruments
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand machine operation, tooling, and basic manufacturing processes.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and make appropriate machine or tooling adjustments, with training provided as needed
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Training & Development:
- On-the-job training provided for qualified entry-level candidates.
- Experienced operators will have opportunities to expand their skills and learn CTech’s equipment, processes, and programming systems.
- Opportunities for continued training and advancement within the production team.
Work Schedule: Full-time, First Shift, Monday–Friday (occasional overtime as needed).
Why Join:- CTech Manufacturing?
- Opportunity to start or advance a career in sheet metal fabrication.
- Hands-on training and opportunities to develop valuable manufacturing skills.
- Stable, growing company with a collaborative culture
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Opportunity to learn and advance within a modern manufacturing environment.
