CNC Turret Punch Operator

Experience with Trumpf TruPunch, Amada Pega, Prima Power, Finn-Power, Salvagnini, or similar CNC turret punch equipment is preferred.

Experience working with:

• Aluminum


• Stainless steel


• Carbon steel

• Set up and operate CNC turret punch presses for sheet metal production.


• Install and change punch tooling and verify programs before production.


• Load and unload sheet material safely.


• Confirm material type, thickness, grain direction, finish, and drawing revision before starting work.


• Select appropriate tooling and understand punching clearances and sheet layout optimization.


• Perform first-piece inspections before production runs.


• Monitor machine operation and make adjustments to maintain part quality.


• Remove completed parts while minimizing damage and scrap.


• Deburr parts or route them to required secondary operations.


• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and manufacturing instructions.


• Identify hole locations, forming requirements, hardware locations, embosses, louvers, extrusions, countersinks, and bend reliefs.


• Verify dimensions and tolerances throughout production.


• Properly identify and separate work in process by job and operation.


• Maintain production paperwork and follow established safety procedures.

• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections.


• Use tape measures, calipers, templates, and other applicable measuring equipment.


• Check hole size and location, overall dimensions, formed features, and cosmetic requirements.


• Identify and report engineering or dimensional discrepancies before continuing production.


• Maintain quality standards while minimizing scrap and rework.

• Complete daily machine startup and shutdown inspections.


• Clean equipment, tooling, and the work area.


• Check punches, dies, and tooling for wear or damage.


• Report hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, or tooling problems promptly.


• Assist with preventive maintenance when needed.


• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and programming issues as required.

• 3+ years of CNC turret punch press experience.


• 3+ years of machine setup experience.


• Ability to independently perform complete machine setups.


• Strong blueprint and engineering drawing reading skills.


• Experience changing and maintaining punch tooling.


• Experience with aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel.


• Understanding of tooling selection, punching clearances, and material layout.


• Experience using precision measuring equipment.


• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.


• Detail-oriented with strong communication and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Forklift experience preferred.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.


• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.


• Ability to safely handle sheet metal and finished components.

• Accurate first-piece approvals.


• Consistent machine productivity and uptime.


• Low scrap and rework.


• Proper tooling selection and maintenance.


• Production schedules met consistently.


• Parts produced to engineering specifications.


• Accurate production documentation.


• Safe operation of equipment and compliance with workplace safety procedures.