CNC Press Brake & Shear Operator

CNC Press Brake & Shear Operator | DuraMag | Waterville, ME

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $0.00 - 0.00

What you’ll do : The Brake Press & Shear Operator position is responsible to utilize fabrication skills to such as cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, forming machines, spinning machines, and punch to cut, shape, and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures.

Operates Fab Shop and Machine Shop machinery and equipment

Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements

Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template

Positions work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade

Pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machine

Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction

Measures work piece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpiece

Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces

Sets up and performs maintenance on fab and machine shop machines and performs burning work

Operates any equipment needed to perform job and performs related duties as assigned by supervisor

What you need to be successful :

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Ability to read and use a tape measure to precise measurements

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to maintain attendance within company guidelines

Ability to retain and apply instructions

Basic math skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Must be detail orientated

Ability to read and understand trucks specifications document

Ability to communicate and understand in English

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Health & Wellness : Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA / FSA, Wellness Plan

Financial Security : 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance

Work / Life & Growth : Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.

At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are :

The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands— Utilimaster, Blue ArcTM, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red DiamondTM, BuiltmoreTM and Independent Truck UpfittersTM—are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

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