Sheet Metal Bending Machine Operator
ばんきんべんでぃんぐましんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that operates sheet metal bending machines to bend metal sheets according to design drawings.
Description
Sheet metal bending machine operators are responsible for operating bending machines (brake presses) that bend metal sheets. They read bending angles and dimensions from product drawings, attach and adjust dies, and then start the machine. After processing, they inspect dimensions using micrometers or 3D measuring instruments to confirm compliance with quality standards. To maintain stable operation in line production, they also perform machine maintenance, simple upkeep, and safety inspections. They handle a wide range from mass-produced items to prototypes, with increasing use of CNC-controlled equipment and CAD/CAM data.
Future Outlook
Amid advancing factory automation and labor reduction, there is a shift toward demanding skills in advanced machine operation, CNC programming, and preventive maintenance.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Meticulous / Physically Strong
Work Style
Contract Manufacturing / Factory Work / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Machine Operator → Metal Processing Technician → Production Line Leader → Process Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Die Attachment and Adjustment / Dimensional Measurement (Micrometer) / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection Knowledge
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM / CNC Operation / Machine Maintenance / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision in bending angles and dimensions of metal sheets is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is needed for handling metal sheets and long hours of standing work. |
Aliases
- Bending Machine Operator
- Brake Press Operator
Related Jobs
- Metal Press Worker
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Welder