What you'll be doing
- Champion a "Safety First" culture by modeling safe practices and promoting safety awareness across the team.
- Set up and operate Amada and Mitsubishi press brake machines to bend sheet metal to specification.
- Read and interpret prints, diagrams, and work orders to make proper machine and tooling adjustments.
- Retrieve and load programs using the machine computer in accordance with drawings and CAD/CAM files.
- Partner with QC Inspectors on First Article Inspections and correct defects as needed to maintain quality standards.
- Perform routine machine maintenance per the Operation Manual to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Accurately complete fabrication records and traveler papers.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, machine, and tooling.
What you'll have
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school certificate preferred.
- 3–4 years of experience operating Amada press brakes or similar equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret prints, specifications, and diagrams.
- Strong shop math skills and units of measurement knowledge.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a team environment.
Physical requirements and work environment
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods in an active manufacturing facility.
- Ability to regularly lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical parts and occasional exposure to electrical hazards.
- Exposure to moderate-to-high noise levels and varying temperatures.
Safety requirements
- PPE & Compliance: Strictly adhere to all site safety protocols and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots).
- Hazard Awareness: Proactively identify, report, and mitigate potential workplace hazards or unsafe conditions.
- Standards: Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety training.
- Organization: Keep all work areas clean and free of obstructions to prevent workplace accidents.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- 401(k) retirement plan: Includes a generous company match.
- Comprehensive health coverage: Multiple medical plan options, including HSA & FSA options.
- Work-life balance: Paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
- Company-provided life & AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability.
- Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
- Wellness & lifestyle perks: WellHub (fitness & wellness), Cleo (family support), Bright Horizons (childcare & education), and My Benefits Work (discounts & services).
ESS Metron is an equal opportunity employer. We respect diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, service in the military or veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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