CNC Machine Operator – Press Brake Experience

CNC Machine Operator - Press Brake Experience

Location: York, PA

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Shift: 2nd Shift

Starting Pay: $23.00/hour + $3.00/hour night differential (higher pay may be available based on experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator with hands-on press brake experience to operate and maintain machinery used in structural steel fabrication. The ideal candidate can read shop drawings, work with steel materials, and make machine adjustments to ensure accurate production.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment, including plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.

• Read and follow blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders.

• Handle and position steel beams, plates, and other materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.

• Adjust machine settings and monitor production to maintain accuracy and quality.

• Use tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision measuring tools to check dimensions and tolerances.

• Make basic programming changes to accommodate different material sizes and thicknesses.

• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot machine issues.

• Follow OSHA guidelines and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on press brake operating experience is required.

• At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training is a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and structural steel shop drawings.

• Experience using precision measuring instruments.

• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

• Overhead crane, forklift, and rigging experience preferred.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a production team in a fast-paced shop environment.