Amada CNC Turret Punch Setter/Operator

Role overview

Own setups, run production, and keep quality tight on advanced Amada turret punch presses in a high-mix sheet metal job shop.

What you’ll do

• Set up and operate CNC turret punch presses for sheet metal fabrication.
• Pull programs, configure tooling, and validate machine readiness for each job.
• Execute safe start-up and complete end-of-shift shutdowns.
• Drive throughput—produce the maximum number of good parts in the least amount of time.
• Manage frequent changeovers for short-run prototypes and longer production runs.
• Use automation for material loading to streamline flow.
• Edit G-code to fine-tune hit patterns and performance as needed.
• Read prints, rough sketches, and customer samples; hold tolerances using calipers and other precision tools.
• Read work orders/material tags; select correct stock; separate finished parts from scrap.
• Record daily production counts accurately.
• Move material with a pallet jack or forklift.
• Continuously monitor cutting efficiency and adjust parameters to maintain quality and speed.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and keep the machine and area clean.
• Work with maintenance technicians to diagnose issues when they arise.
• Coordinate with engineering and fellow operators in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow all safety rules and maintain excellent housekeeping.

What you bring

• Experience in a sheet metal job shop/contract manufacturing setting (required).
• Deep familiarity with turret punch press tooling—setup, changeover, and care.
• Blueprint literacy and the ability to translate sketches/samples into accurate parts.
• Comfort making G-code edits and understanding CNC logic.
• Decisive, dependable, and committed to excellent attendance.
• Capable of working in hot or cold plant temperatures.
• Physically able to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, reach, and perform repetitive hand/finger motions.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs during the shift.

Tools you’ll use

• Amada EM3612ZRT 33‑Ton Turret Punch Press with High Capacity Tool Rack and Automatic Tool Changer
• Amada Vipros VPZ3510 PDC Turret Punch Press
• Precision measuring instruments such as calipers
• Pallet jack and forklift for material handling