Machine Operator - Punch Press

Aerotek • Fontana, CA

431d • $49,920 - $54,080

About The Position

The Machine Operator role at Aerotek involves setting up and operating CNC Press Brake machines for sheet metal fabrication. This position is essential for the manufacturing and production processes, requiring skills in operating various machines, including punch presses and laser machines, while ensuring accurate production through the interpretation of technical documents.

Requirements

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment.
• Experience in metalworking or hollow metal fabrication preferred.
• Experience with CNC manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Skillful with manufacturing equipment, basic power tools, and machinery.
• Ability to read and understand specification sheets, blueprints, and work orders.
• Proficiency in layout and loading materials using basic math and measuring tools.
• Ability to utilize computer output from CAD/CAM systems.
• Capability to enter instructions and set up tools and machines accurately.
• Knowledge of machine maintenance and re-work procedures.
• Understanding of finished product characteristics.
• Familiarity with lock out/tag out safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Dexterity with manufacturing equipment and basic power tools.
• Ability to set up and operate various machines including mills and lathes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Press Brake (Amada, Cincinnati, Trumpf).
• Perform sheet metal fabrication, including forming and bending of sheet metal.
• Operate punch press, shear, and laser machines.
• Ensure accurate production by reading and understanding specification sheets, blueprints, and work orders.
• Layout and load materials using basic math and handheld measuring tools.
• Utilize computer output from CAD/CAM systems.
• Enter instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.
• Set up mills and lathes.
• Maintain the machines in good working order.
• Follow re-work procedures when necessary.
• Understand and ensure finished product characteristics.
• Adhere to lock out/tag out procedures for safety.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed