Plate Roll Bender/Machine Operator

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Equipment: Set up, adjust, and run manual and CNC plate rolling machines to form metal plates into cylinders, cones, radii, and custom shapes.
• Read Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings, shop blueprints, and work orders to determine proper rolling sequences, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Material Handling: Safely load, position, and unload heavy steel or metal plates using overhead cranes, hooks, and lifting clamps.
• Quality Control: Monitor the rolling process continuously; inspect finished pieces using calipers, tape measures, or templates to verify accuracy and flatness.
• Machine Maintenance: Conduct pre-operation inspections, lubricate machinery, perform routine maintenance, and report mechanical defects promptly.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all shop safety rules, wear required PPE, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience operating steel plate rolls, press brakes, or similar heavy metal-forming machinery.
• Technical Skills: Proven ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and geometric measurements.
• Math & Measuring: Solid command of basic shop math and precision measuring tools (calipers, protractors, tape measures).
• Certifications (Preferred): Overhead crane operation experience and forklift certification are a strong plus.

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