Metal Forming Setup Technician

• →Single Station Press Setup
• →Press Brake Setup
• →Metal Forming
• →Sheet Metal Fabrication
• →Tool and Die Setup
• →Progressive Forming (preferred)
• →Mechanical Presses
• →Hydraulic Presses
• →Precision Measuring Instruments
• →Blueprint Reading
• →First Article Inspection
• →Manufacturing Troubleshooting
• →Production Support
• →Quality Inspection
• →Lean Manufacturing

• →As a member of the Quality Management System, quality procedures, requirements, work instructions, and other required documentation must be followed. Team members are responsible to be aware of the company’s quality policy and quality objectives to support the improvement projects and contribute to the overall mission of the organization.

• Perform complete setups on single station presses and press brakes.
• Install, align, and adjust tooling for production runs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and engineering drawings.
• Verify first-piece quality using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Troubleshoot tooling and forming issues to minimize downtime.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain part quality throughout production.
• Work closely with engineering, tooling, and production personnel.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Perform preventative maintenance and report equipment issues.

• 3+ years of experience setting up single-station presses, press brakes, or similar metal forming equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T is preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of sheet metal forming processes.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Works primarily in a climate controlled office environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential with moderate noise. Works at a computer terminal utilizing monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Utilizes electronic mail and telephone regularly.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, frequent near vision use for reading and computer use at a workstation.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.