Role: Tube Bending Leader Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Pottstown, PA Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Tube Bending Leader to program, set up, and operate advanced BLM Group CNC tube bending machines in a high-precision manufacturing environment. This role requires strong technical expertise in CNC tube bending, machine programming, tooling setup, troubleshooting, and team leadership while ensuring high-quality production and maximizing throughput efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Machine Operation & Setup: Expertly set up and operate BLM CNC tube benders (ELECT, 3-Cnc, Smart) for left/right, fixed/variable radius, and multi-stack bending Programming & Optimization: Program, edit, and optimize bending programs using BLM software to maximize efficiency and part quality while ensuring "right first time" production Quality Control: Utilize All-In-One technology to compensate for material elongation and ensure finished geometries meet blueprint and tolerance specifications Tooling Management: Select, install, and adjust tooling including mandrels, pressure dies, and clamps for specific tube sizes and bend radii Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical and software-related machine issues Team Leadership: Lead, train, and support junior operators while managing shift production schedules and ensuring safety compliance Required Qualifications: 3-5+ years of high-precision tube bending experience Hands-on experience operating BLM Group CNC tube bending machinery Strong CNC bending setup and programming experience Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and geometric tolerances Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Experience with tooling setup including mandrels, clamps, and pressure dies Experience in complex manufacturing or automotive production environments Ability to lead and support production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting Strong attention to detail, quality control, and production accuracy Work Environment: Industrial manufacturing and fabrication environment Hands-on machine operation and leadership role Fast-paced production-focused setting Strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K
Salary: $25 - $30 an hour
Employment Type: Full-time
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401(k), Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Life insurance, Paid holidays