Job Description

The Punch Press Setup Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting punch press equipment in a metal fabrication environment. This position serves as a technical resource for the Punch Press department and provides day-to-day guidance to operators while maintaining a hands-on role in production. The Punch Press Setup Operator ensures machines are properly set up, tooling and programs are accurate, production requirements are met, and finished parts meet established quality standards. This position works closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering to support safe, efficient, and consistent manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and conventional punch press equipment to produce sheet metal components according to blueprints, work orders, and customer specifications.
• Select, install, and verify appropriate punches, dies, tooling, and fixtures based on material type, thickness, and job requirements.
• Review setup sheets, programs, blueprints, drawings, and work instructions prior to beginning production.
• Verify machine programs, tooling, material specifications, and machine settings to ensure accurate setups.
• Perform machine adjustments and make necessary corrections to ensure parts meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Complete first-piece inspections and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, program, and material issues and make appropriate adjustments to maintain production.
• Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support to Punch Press Operators.
• Assist operators with machine setups, tooling changes, program selection, and production-related questions.
• Train and mentor employees on proper punch press setup, operation, quality standards, safety procedures, and work instructions.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors to prioritize setups and jobs based on production schedules and customer requirements.
• Communicate equipment, tooling, quality, material, and production concerns to Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering as appropriate.
• Work with Engineering to resolve setup, programming, tooling, and production issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve setup times, machine utilization, material usage, production efficiency, and overall department performance.
• Assist with developing and improving setup procedures, work instructions, and standard operating practices.
• Monitor production quality and help identify the root cause of recurring defects or machine issues.
• Ensure tooling and equipment are properly maintained, organized, and stored.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, setup, and other required documentation.
• Ensure raw materials, work-in-process, and finished parts are properly identified and handled.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, PPE requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist supervisors with identifying training needs and evaluating opportunities for employee development.
• Serve as a technical resource while maintaining a hands-on production role.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

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