Tube Bender

Tube Bender
Location: 203A Log Canoe Circle Stevensville MD 21666
Work Hours: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Monday through Friday
Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00/Hour

Hydrasearch a proud affiliate of The Dixon Group is looking for a Tube Bender to join our team in Stevensville MD! In this role you will be responsible for programming setting up and operating CNC tube bending machinery. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who values precision teamwork and continuous improvement and is looking for a stable environment that values work-life balance and impactful contributions.

At Hydrasearch we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nations heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What Youll Do:

• Create modify and optimize CNC programs for tube bending machines to ensure efficient production.
• Set up and operate tube bending machinery including CNC Benders auto-blanking saws and finishing tools for both custom and production parts.
• Guarantee all bends meet strict quality specifications by performing meticulous inspections and making necessary machine or program adjustments. (Experience with Hexagon Inspection Arms is highly preferred).
• Quickly identify and resolve issues with tube bending processes addressing equipment malfunctions and bend quality variations.
• Maintain highly accurate records of programs tooling setups and bend instructions.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on tube bending equipment to ensure optimal safe operation.
• Work closely with production design and quality assurance teams to ensure all project specifications and timelines are met.

What Were Looking For:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• 35 years of experience in tube bending programming specifically with CNC tube bending machines.
• Proficiency in tube bending programming software (e.g. BendPro VTube SolidWorks or other CAD/CAM software).
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints technical drawings and precise bend specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities high attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical school certificate or advanced training is preferred.
• Previous background as a CNC Machinist or in general CNC Programming is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of rotary draw bending. Familiarity with other techniques including mandrel bending and roll bending is a strong plus.

What We Offer:

• Medical dental and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation PTO and holidays
• Gym reimbursements and more!

Who We Are: Hydrasearch is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fluid-transfer and control systems for maritime aerospace and defense applications. Since its founding in 1962 Hydrasearch has developed capabilities in hose assemblies valve fittings and customer machined parts often to meet MIL-SPEC and naval standards.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly to the fullest extent required by applicable law The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees applicants or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g. in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)

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