CNC Press Brake / Turret Operator

Trade · Selwyn, Canterbury, New Zealand · Full-Time · $29/hr

Skilled sheet-metal professionals ready to build a long-term career in New Zealand can apply to join a Press Shop team working with advanced CNC manufacturing equipment. The role calls for practical Press Brake and/or Turret experience.

Selection looks beyond qualifications and titles, giving weight to verifiable work history, hands-on capability and demonstrable skills. For candidates from India and other countries, this is an opportunity to put genuine industry experience and CNC capabilities to work in a long-term position.

Key Responsibilities

Operate Press Brake and/or Turret CNC equipment within a production environment
Configure machinery and determine suitable operating parameters
Interpret technical drawings, work orders and production instructions accurately
Process sheet-metal components to the specified dimensions and tolerances through forming, bending and straightening
Verify component quality and accuracy through inspection
Fine-tune machine settings to sustain consistent output
Track production performance with a view to minimising material waste
Deliver assigned work within production and delivery schedules
Identify and escalate equipment, material or quality concerns
Adhere to manufacturing, quality and workplace safety procedures and keep machinery and work areas orderly
Liaise with supervisors and production colleagues to support efficient day-to-day Press Shop operations

Requirements & Eligibility

Demonstrated hands-on capability with Press Brake and/or Turret machinery
Background in sheet-metal fabrication or manufacturing
Practical CNC operating and/or setup experience
Ability to interpret technical drawings and production specifications, supported by knowledge of sheet-metal forming and bending processes
Proven commitment to accuracy and quality
Capacity to work efficiently in a production-focused setting
Strong safety awareness, a dependable work approach and good teamwork and communication skills
Willingness to work night shifts from Monday to Friday
Verifiable employment history and relevant experience
Overseas applicants must satisfy applicable New Zealand employment and visa requirements, and those seeking sponsorship must meet the relevant eligibility criteria

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