Press Brake Operator

Quality Electrical Systems

West Jordan, UT

Pay: $20-$25/hr

Shift: Full time

Overview:

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up and operating press brake and turret punch press machines to fabricate metal sheets, plates, strips, or bars into precise parts and components. This role requires interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, programming machines, and ensuring high-quality production while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate Press Brake machines to punch and form sheet metal components according to specifications.
• Program, layout marks, and follow charts to ensure accurate fabrication.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders to determine job requirements.
• Select appropriate tooling and load programs into the machine.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on machinery to maintain optimal performance.
• Monitor the punching process and make necessary adjustments to ensure product quality.
• Inspect finished parts for accuracy and quality using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety protocols and company policies.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet project deadlines and support overall manufacturing goals.

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Knowledge and Experience Requirements:

• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes with proven handson experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints accurately.
• Familiarity with programming and operating turret punch press and press brake machines.
• Experience with tooling selection and machine setup.
• Skilled in using measuring tools and quality control practices to ensure product standards.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problemsolving skills.

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Core Competencies:

• Metal fabrication and press brake operation
• Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation
• Machine programming and setup
• Quality control and inspection
• Maintenance and troubleshooting
• Safety compliance and teamwork

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Skills and Specifications:

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing highquality work.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

About Quality Electrical Systems

Quality Electrical Systems is an electrical equipment manufacturer in West Jordan, UT. Our state-of-the-art facilities have a combined 750,000 square ft of manufacturing space and inventory space. We’re an innovative company with countless years of combined experience in the industrial electrical industry. Our primary markets are data centers, oil/gas, water/wastewater, and mining and we have OEM manufacturing contracts with many major international manufactures such as GE/ABB, Yaskawa, Danfoss, TMEIC, and others. After 30 years of business, we now produce a wide variety of custom electrical products including Switchgear, PDCs, VFDs, and more that ship to customers worldwide.