Bending Machine Operator

We are seeking a Bending Machine Operator to join a growing manufacturing team specializing in solar and electrical products. This individual will be responsible for operating and running a Mega Snake bending machine to continuously produce high-quality bent wire and metal components used in electrical and solar infrastructure applications.

This is a hands-on production role requiring prior bending machine experience and the ability to maintain consistent output while adhering to quality and safety standards. Duration: 6-month with potential for direct hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a Mega Snake bending machine to manufacture wire and metal components.
• Continuously run production parts with minimal downtime.
• Read and interpret work orders, drawings, and production specifications.
• Inspect completed products to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain production flow by loading materials and removing finished products.
• Perform basic machine adjustments and troubleshoot minor operating issues.
• Work with large welded wire products, including grid-welded baskets up to 10 feet in length.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and production personnel to meet production goals.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of bending machine operating experience.
• Experience running press brakes, wire bending equipment, or similar fabrication machinery.
• Ability to operate production equipment continuously throughout a shift.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read measuring devices and perform quality checks.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift, move, and maneuver large metal products as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a Mega Snake or similar automated bending equipment.
• Experience within metal fabrication, electrical manufacturing, or solar product manufacturing.
• Experience working with wire forms, welded assemblies, or metal baskets.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and metal products.