1st shift Laser/Press Brake Operator
About The Position
Integrity In Action We do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Focused on Team Success We achieve company goals through camaraderie and serving together. Driven to Deliver We fulfill our commitments with exceptional effort. Consistent Progress We are dedicated to the ongoing improvement of our people and processes. Professional Authenticity We bring excellence using our individuality. Join the best team around! At Road Armor, we've been outfitting adventurers with uncompromising vehicle protection for over two decades. As a division of Morton Industries, we design and manufacture American-made bumpers and accessories that blend bold style with rugged performance — all backed by a lifetime guarantee. With 5 facilities across the United States and a reputation for excellence in design, service, and strength, we are proud to be a part of every journey our customers take. We're growing fast and looking for driven team members who are passionate about engineering innovation, operational excellence, and the automotive aftermarket. SUMMARY Sets up and operates Bystronic CNC-controlled fabrication equipment, including press brakes and 3-Dand flat laser cutting machines, to cut, bend, form, and fabricate metal components per customer and company specifications. Responsibilities include programming and operating equipment, selecting tooling and fixtures, inspecting finished parts, performing routine maintenance, and working with engineering and production teams to meet quality, safety, and production requirements.
Responsibilities
- Follow machine pre-operation and safety check procedures.
- Set up and operate CNC press brakes to bend, form, punch, stretch, and straighten metal components.
- Plan bend sequences and program CNC controls accordingly.
- Select, install, and position tooling in press brake ram and bed.
- Lift, position, and reposition workpieces between dies.
- Operate 3-D and flat laser cutting equipment and position components in fixtures.
- Input instructions to initiate cutting cycles and unload finished parts.
- Ensure correct cutting parameters and bend tolerances are used.
- Work with engineers on fixture design and improvement.
- Inspect finished parts for print and quality conformance.
- Perform preventative maintenance including cleaning optics and tooling.
- Follow production schedules and meet production metrics.
- Move materials and operate other fabrication equipment as needed.
- Ability to create laser nests in BY7.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Low Insurance Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Coverages
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401K Match
- Paid Bereavement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
