Posted August 11, 2026
CNC Forming & Fabrication-Press Brake, Plate Roll, OR Plasma Burners
Puma Staffing
Houston, TX, US
Full Time
21USD - 28USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
About the Role
We are hiring skilled CNC Machine Operators across multiple specialties, including Press Brake Operators, Plate Roll Operators, and CNC Plasma Burner Operators. Whether you bring 3 to 5 years of solid hands-on experience or 15+ years as a master fabricator in one or more of these areas, we have a place for your expertise.
While we are hiring dedicated specialists for each machine type, candidates with cross-functional experience across multiple operations are highly desired.
Key Responsibilities (Role-Specific & Shop Floor)
- Machine Operation (Specialized): Set up and safely operate equipment within your primary trade discipline:
- Press Brake: Operate CNC Press Brakes (AccurPress, Cincinnati) to form precision components.
- Plate Roll: Operate CNC Plate Rolling Equipment (Davi, Faccin) to roll cylinders, half cylinders, cones, and weld pads, using sweeps to check pre-bend and roll radius.
- Plasma Burner: Set up, program/nest, and operate CNC Plasma Burning equipment to cut carbon and stainless steel plate.
- Layout & Tack Welding: Perform job layout and tack-weld components using FCAW (Flux-Cored) and GMAW (Hardwire/MIG) as required for fit-up.
- Quality Inspection: Inspect finished parts against engineering drawings by measuring length, height, width, angles, and Outer Diameter (OD via strap). Accurately log measurements on work orders for QC sign-off.
- Material Handling: Safely load, unload, and maneuver heavy plate materials using overhead cranes and industrial forklifts.
- Maintenance & Safety: Complete routine equipment maintenance (daily, weekly, monthly), maintain a clean workspace, and actively participate in our shop safety culture.
What We Are Looking For
- Core Machine Expertise: 3 to 20+ years of dedicated experience operating CNC Press Brakes, CNC Plate Rolls, OR CNC Plasma Burners in a custom fabrication or heavy manufacturing environment. (Cross-experience on multiple machines is a major plus).
- Blueprint & Inspection Skills: Strong ability to read engineering drawings, hold tight tolerances, and use standard measuring tools (sweeps, OD straps, calipers, protractors).
- Tack Welding & Rigging: Practical skill with basic MIG/Flux-Cored tack welding and safe overhead crane/forklift operation.
- Quality Focus: A track record of accurate measurement logging, material verification, and catching questionable material before processing.
