Roll Bender/Machine Operator
Job Type
Full-time
Description

   Key Responsibilities 

  • Machine Setup:  Set up and operate roll bending machines to produce parts to specified radii, dimensions, and tolerances. 
    • Perform shop math calculations, including radius, diameter, chord, rise, arc length, and bend angles. 
    • Identify and select proper tooling for different material shapes, sizes, and bending requirements.
  • Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and CNC programs to hit exact diameters, radii, and tolerances.
  • Material Handling: Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment as qualified.
  • Bending & Pre-Bending: Execute edge pre-bending and continuous rolling to form uniform shells, tanks, or pipes with minimal flat spots.
  • Quality Control: Measure finished parts with tape measures, calipers, and template gauges to verify roundness and surface integrity.
  • Secondary Tasks: Perform tack welding, fit-up, or basic equipment maintenance depending on shop requirements. 

Common Skills & Requirements

  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of metal properties (carbon steel, stainless steel, alloys), springback, and machine mechanics.  Must be able to utilize a calculator to precisely determine geometric dimensions to set up the machine correctly and avoid scrap material.
  • Safety & PPE: Strict adherence to shop safety protocols, operating around heavy rotating machinery, and wearing steel-toe boots and eye protection. 
  • Certifications/Education: Perform basic GMAW (MIG) welding for machine setups as required. Maintain accurate      production paperwork and follow established quality and safety procedures.
Requirements

SWING SHIFT POSITION

Drug-Test Required


This is a physically demanding position. Successfully applicant must have the ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly & stand for 4hrs at a time.   


Must be able to read, write and speak English to complete paperwork and communicate with co-workers. 

Forklift and loading experience highly preferred


HIGHLY Desirable Union Benefits include: 

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision benefits
  • Prescription Insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Annual wage increases


Salary Description
Range (DOE): $25.29 - $36.73 + Shift Differential