CNC PRESS BRAKE MACHINE OPERATOR

What you will do

1. Job Purpose KMW is hiring a skilled CNC Press Brake Machine Operator to set up and operateCNC‐controlled press brake machines for bending metal sheets and plates according toapproved engineering drawings and production specifications. The candidate mustensure dimensional accuracy, consistent quality, safe machine operation, efficientmaterial usage, and timely production.

2. Key Responsibilities A. Machine Operation and Setup

3. Operate CNC press brake machines to produce components according toapproved drawings, bending sequences, and work instructions.

4. Select and install suitable punches, dies, and tooling based on material type,thickness, bend radius, and job requirements.

5. Select approved CNC programs and adjust permitted parameters withinauthorized limits.

6. Set back gauges, position and align sheets correctly, and perform initial setupchecks and first‐piece trials before batch production.

7. Monitor machine performance, identify abnormal operation or tooling issues, andreport faults promptly.

8. Handle and stack completed components carefully to prevent scratches, dents,deformation, and other damage.

B. Drawing Interpretation and Job Preparation

1. Read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings, bending layouts,dimensions, tolerances, and work instructions.
2. Identify material grade, thickness, bend angles, bend locations, flangedimensions, and other critical features.
3. Verify material identification, tooling, and CNC program availability before startingproduction.
4. Apply basic knowledge of bend allowance, bend deduction, bend radius,springback, and bending sequence.
5. Clarify drawing discrepancies, missing dimensions, or program errors with thesupervisor or programming team before proceeding.

C. Quality Control and Inspection

1. Inspect the first component after setup and obtain approval where requiredbefore proceeding with batch production.
2. Check bend angles, flange lengths, overall dimensions, squareness, andspecified tolerances using suitable measuring instruments.
3. Monitor production quality and identify defects such as incorrect bend angles,dimensional deviations, scratches, cracks, deformation, and inconsistent bends.
4. Segregate non‐conforming components, report defects, make authorizedcorrections, and repeat inspections as required.
5. Maintain production, inspection, rejection, and machine‐stoppage recordsaccording to KMW procedures.

D. Production and Machine Maintenance

1. Complete assigned jobs within production schedules while minimizing setup time,machine downtime, material wastage, and rework.
2. Coordinate with cutting, fabrication, fitting, welding, and assembly teams toensure smooth production flow and component traceability.
3. Report material shortages, tooling requirements, machine breakdowns, andproduction bottlenecks.
4. Perform routine cleaning and operator‐level maintenance as authorized; maintainmachine logs and report maintenance requirements.
5. Store tooling properly and maintain an organized machine and work area.

E. Safety and Housekeeping

1. Follow KMW safety procedures and machine‐specific operating instructions; useprescribed PPE, including safety footwear and eye protection as appropriate.
2. Keep hands and other body parts clear of punches, dies, pinch points, andhazardous moving components.
3. Handle large, heavy, or awkward sheets using approved methods and assistanceor handling equipment where required.
4. Check machine guards, safety interlocks, emergency stops, and other protectivedevices according to prescribed checklists.
5. Stop operation and report abnormal noises, hydraulic issues, control errors,tooling damage, or safety‐device faults.
6. Follow approved lockout and isolation procedures before maintenance oraccessing hazardous areas. Never bypass guards, interlocks, or safetyprocedures.
7. Keep the machine area, tooling racks, worktables, and walkways clean andorganized.

• ITI in Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Sheet Metal, Mechanical, or a related trade is preferred.
• Preferably 2–5 years of hands-on CNC press brake operation experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CNC controls, programming interfaces, machine setup, tooling selection, and authorized parameter adjustments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, dimensions, bending layouts, and tolerances.
• Practical understanding of sheet metal bending, bend sequence, springback, tooling, and material behaviour.
• Experience bending mild steel is preferred; stainless steel and aluminium experience is an advantage.
• Ability to use measuring instruments, perform dimensional inspections, and follow work and safety instructions in a language understood by the candidate.