Press Brake Operator — Sulzer
- Location
- Portland
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 6 days ago
Role overview
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.
Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Fabricator / Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team.
- Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.
- Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
- Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate NC press brake equipment to form stainless steel sheet metal components.
- Required
- Previous experience in metal fabrication, sheet metal manufacturing, or press brake operation.
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate NC press brake equipment to form stainless steel sheet metal components.
- Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and specifications.
- Measure, mark, and lay out cuts and bends on metal materials accurately.
- Operate a manual shear machine to cut metal to required dimensions.
- Use hand and power tools, including angle grinders and deburring tools, to finish fabricated parts. Operate fabrication equipment such as: Metal rolling machines Drill presses Large band saws and/or cold saws
- Other sheet metal fabrication equipment as needed
- Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet dimensional and quality requirements.
- Perform basic machine setup, tooling changes, and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintain an organized and safe work area.
Key requirements
- Required
- Previous experience in metal fabrication, sheet metal manufacturing, or press brake operation.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders.
- Strong understanding of measurement tools, including tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Experience measuring, marking, and laying out material for fabrication.
- Ability to safely operate fabrication and metalworking equipment.
- Experience using hand and power tools, including angle grinders.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with stainless steel sheet metal.
- Experience setting up and operating NC or CNC press brakes.
- Forklift certification or experience (if applicable).
Additional details
- Use hand and power tools, including angle grinders and deburring tools, to finish fabricated parts. Operate fabrication equipment such as: Metal rolling machines Large band saws and/or cold saws
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of fabrication best practices and quality inspection methods. Physical Requirements
- Ability to wear required safety equipment, including: Steel-toed footwear Hearing protection Cut-resistant gloves
- Enhanced PPE as required by the task or work area
- Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements is essential.
- Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability Motivating wellness program Employee Assistance Program Paid paternal leave Gym re-imbursement
Notes and original content
- About the role
- Use hand and power tools, including angle grinders and deburring tools, to finish fabricated parts.
- Operate fabrication equipment such as:
- Metal rolling machines
- Drill presses
- Large band saws and/or cold saws
- Qualifications
- Knowledge of fabrication best practices and quality inspection methods.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to wear required safety equipment, including:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Sulzer offer for this role?
Sulzer lists CHF 73'500 - 111'500 gross per year for this position in Portland. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Sulzer offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Sulzer during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Sulzer?
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