Job ID: VSV – 2991
Job Title: CNC Punch Press Operator
Location: Anaheim, CA 92814
Duration: Full-Time
Salary: $25-32/hr (based on experience)
Job Title: CNC Punch Press Operator (1st Shift)
Department: Manufacturing / Production
About ClientClient is a rapidly growing leader in the sheet metal, machining, and welding fabrication space. Renowned for delivering precision-engineered solutions, we proudly serve a wide range of industries including Water Infrastructure, Roads/Bridges, Aerospace, and more. At Pen, innovation meets craftsmanship in a high-performance, fast-paced environment.
Position SummaryWe are looking for a CNC Punch Press Operator to join our 1st shift team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in transforming raw sheet metal into highly precise components that support essential infrastructure and engineering projects. If you're detail-oriented, technically skilled, and thrive in a production setting, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities- Machine Setup: Prepare and configure CNC punch press machines according to blueprints, work orders, and technical specifications.
- Production Operation: Operate punch presses to fabricate parts from sheet metal with high accuracy, maintaining consistency and production efficiency.
- Quality Control: Inspect finished components using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools to ensure adherence to dimensional and quality standards.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform basic maintenance on equipment and resolve minor mechanical issues to reduce downtime.
- Process Monitoring: Monitor operations and adjust machine settings for optimal performance, accuracy, and safety.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, supervisors, and team members to meet production targets and identify process improvements.
- Workplace Safety: Follow all safety protocols, wear required PPE, and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
What We're Looking For- Attention to Detail: Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints with precision.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Solid understanding of punch press machinery and metal fabrication processes.
- Problem Solving: Ability to identify issues and take corrective action quickly and efficiently.
- Team Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork skills to ensure smooth operations across departments.
- Work Ethic: Self-motivated, dependable, and driven to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced setting.
Qualifications- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in CNC operations is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years operating punch press machines or working in sheet metal fabrication; CNC machine experience strongly preferred.
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand for long periods and lift materials as needed in a manufacturing environment.
Why Join Client?- Career Advancement: Grow within a company that promotes from within and values skill development.
- State-of-the-Art Equipment: Operate on industry-leading machines in a technologically advanced facility.
- Excellent Compensation & Benefits: Competitive hourly pay, full health benefits, retirement plans, PTO, and performance-based incentives.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to major infrastructure and aerospace projects that make a real-world difference.
