About the Role
Celestix Industries is establishing a new manufacturing campus in Falna, Rajasthan, including a dedicated sheet metal fabrication facility.
We are looking for a skilled, hands-on CNC Press Brake Operator / CNC Bending Machine Operator who can independently program, set up and operate CNC press brake machines for precision sheet metal bending.
The candidate should have practical knowledge of CNC bending, press brake programming, punch and die selection, back gauge settings, bending sequences, bend allowance, springback correction and dimensional inspection.
Our manufacturing operations will include Rajesh Global CNC Press Brake machines with the Step Automation 15+ controller.
Previous experience with Rajesh Global machines and the Step Automation 15+ controller will be an added advantage.
The most important requirement is the ability to independently create and modify bending programs, select and set up tooling, and achieve accurate bend angles and dimensions without constant supervision.
This is a hands-on machine operation position, not a desk-only programming or production supervision role.
Key Responsibilities
1. CNC Press Brake Machine Operation
- Independently operate CNC press brake machines for sheet metal bending and fabrication.
- Perform machine start-up, reference setting and routine operational checks.
- Verify machine readiness before starting production.
- Load and select the correct bending program for each job.
- Confirm material type, thickness, dimensions and job requirements.
- Set up the CNC press brake for different components and bending operations.
- Monitor machine performance and bending accuracy.
- Maintain consistent production output and quality.
- Identify machine abnormalities and coordinate corrective action.
2. CNC Programming – Step Automation 15+ Controller
The operator should be capable of programming and operating CNC-controlled press brake machines.
Responsibilities include:
- Create, load, modify and optimize bending programs using the available Step Automation 15+ controller functions.
- Enter component dimensions, bend angles, flange lengths, material thickness and relevant tooling information.
- Set back gauge positions and bending sequences according to job requirements.
- Verify program parameters before executing production.
- Understand CNC-controlled back gauge movements and axis positioning as applicable to the machine configuration.
- Make necessary program adjustments to achieve the required dimensions and bend angles.
- Save and retrieve bending programs for repeat production.
- Troubleshoot common bending-program errors.
Experience with other CNC press brake controllers is acceptable, provided the candidate can independently learn and operate the Step Automation system.
The candidate should have practical experience with sheet metal bending operations, including:
- CNC bending
- Sheet metal bending
- Single and multiple bends
- Bend angle calculation
- Bend allowance
- Bend deduction
- Material thickness considerations
- Inside bend radius
- Springback
- Bend sequence planning
- Flange dimensions
- Back gauge positioning
Responsibilities include:
- Understand bending requirements from engineering drawings.
- Select appropriate bending sequences for different component geometries.
- Identify possible tooling interference or bending limitations.
- Adjust bending parameters to maintain dimensional accuracy.
- Minimize unnecessary trial bends, rework and material waste.
- Maintain consistent part quality during batch production.
- Select suitable upper punches and lower dies according to material thickness, bend angle and required bend radius.
- Understand different punch profiles and V-die openings.
- Install and align press brake tooling correctly.
- Check tooling condition before starting production.
- Understand basic press tonnage requirements and tooling limitations.
- Verify correct tool positioning and setup.
- Perform tooling changes for different jobs.
- Identify worn or damaged tooling and report it.
- Maintain proper handling and storage of punches and dies.
The operator must understand the practical relationship between punch and die selection, material thickness, bend radius, bending force and final part accuracy.
5. Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Read and interpret 2D engineering drawings and fabrication drawings.
- Understand dimensions, tolerances, bend angles and flange lengths.
- Identify critical bending dimensions.
- Verify material thickness and specifications.
- Understand bend direction and component orientation.
- Coordinate with Production or Engineering if drawings are unclear.
- Ensure completed parts match approved drawings.
6. Back Gauge Setting & Bending Sequence
- Set back gauge positions according to component dimensions.
- Understand back gauge movements and axis positioning.
- Verify back gauge accuracy before production.
- Establish appropriate bending sequences for multi-bend components.
- Identify potential collisions between components, tooling and machine structures.
- Adjust bending sequences where necessary.
- Confirm flange dimensions and bend positions during first-piece trials.
7. First-Piece Inspection & Quality Control
- Perform first-piece checks before starting batch production.
- Verify bend angles, flange dimensions and overall component dimensions.
- Use vernier calipers, measuring tapes, angle gauges and other appropriate measuring instruments.
- Identify incorrect bend angles, dimensional deviations and surface damage.
- Adjust permitted programs or setups to correct bending errors.
- Monitor part consistency during production.
- Segregate rejected or nonconforming components.
- Coordinate with the Quality department when required.
8. Material Handling & Production Efficiency
- Handle mild steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, aluminium and other suitable sheet metal materials.
- Verify material thickness and grade before bending.
- Handle cut blanks carefully to prevent surface damage.
- Minimize bending-related scrap and rework.
- Follow daily production schedules and job priorities.
- Monitor cycle time and completed production quantities.
- Coordinate with previous and subsequent fabrication operations.
- Maintain proper identification of work-in-progress materials.
9. Machine Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Perform daily machine cleaning and routine checks.
- Check tooling condition and machine cleanliness.
- Monitor abnormal machine noise, movement or operation.
- Identify problems involving back gauge positioning, bending accuracy or machine setup.
- Report hydraulic, electrical or CNC control issues to authorized maintenance personnel.
- Support scheduled preventive maintenance.
- Maintain machine operation and downtime records.
Major electrical, hydraulic and control-system repairs will remain with authorized maintenance personnel.
10. Machine Safety & 5S
- Follow all CNC press brake safety procedures.
- Ensure safety guards, interlocks and protective devices are functioning.
- Use required personal protective equipment.
- Follow safe tooling-change and material-handling procedures.
- Keep hands clear of pinch points and moving machinery.
- Never bypass machine safety devices.
- Maintain clean and organized machine and tooling areas.
- Follow 5S and general manufacturing safety practices.
- Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Required Experience
Candidates should have:
- Hands-on experience operating CNC press brake machines.
- Ability to independently create, load, modify and execute bending programs.
- Practical knowledge of CNC bending and sheet metal fabrication.
- Experience with punch and die selection and tooling setup.
- Knowledge of back gauge settings and bending sequences.
- Understanding of material thickness, bend allowance, springback and bending accuracy.
- Ability to read engineering drawings.
- Experience with first-piece inspection and dimensional measurements.
- Basic CNC machine troubleshooting ability.
Preferred Experience
- Practical experience operating Rajesh Global CNC Press Brake machines.
- Familiarity with the Step Automation 15+ controller.
- Experience in precision sheet metal fabrication.
- Knowledge of bending mild steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel and aluminium.
- Ability to optimize bending sequences and reduce rework.
- Experience handling multiple bending jobs and component geometries.
Candidates with strong CNC press brake programming and setup experience on other machine brands are also encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
- ITI in Fitter, Machinist, Sheet Metal or a related trade.
- Diploma in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
- Equivalent practical CNC press brake operating experience may also be considered.
Practical machine knowledge and independent programming ability are more important than the exact educational qualification.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who can independently receive a sheet metal fabrication drawing and manage the complete bending operation.
For example, if a component requires several bends at different angles and flange lengths, the operator should be able to:
- Understand the engineering drawing.
- Identify the correct bending sequence.
- Select suitable punches and dies.
- Set up the CNC press brake.
- Create or modify the bending program.
- Configure the back gauge.
- Perform the first-piece trial.
- Measure the finished component.
- Correct bend-angle or dimensional deviations.
- Complete batch production with consistent accuracy.
We want an operator who understands the bending process rather than someone who only loads an existing program and presses the cycle-start button.
Independent CNC programming, tooling setup, bending sequence planning and dimensional accuracy are the most important requirements for this position.
