CNC Turret Punch Operator in Baltimore, Maryland at Qualdoc, LLC

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.