Press Brake Operator

Title: Press Brake Operator

Shift: First Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday – Thursday)

Salary: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour (Dependent on experience)

Press Brake Operator Role:

Our client is seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator to manage a dedicated work center within their custom machinery and metal fabrication shop. This role is essential for transforming raw steel, stainless steel, and aluminum into precision-engineered components for diverse, project-based equipment.

Press Brake Operator Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain CNC and manual press brakes to form custom metal parts

• Perform full work center setup, including selecting and loading appropriate dies

• Interpret complex blueprints and technical prints to determine specific bend requirements

• Utilize calipers and protractors to verify that all parts meet exact specifications and tolerances

• Maneuver materials throughout the facility using forklifts and overhead cranes

• Collaborate with the shop supervisor and team members to ensure project deadlines are met

• Adapt to varying daily tasks, including operating saws or rolls and performing assembly work as needed

• Maintain a clean and safe workspace while adhering to all shop safety protocols

Press Brake Operator Reporting Relationships:

The Press Brake Operator reports directly to the Shop Supervisor. This role does not have any direct reports.

About You:

• Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in metal fabrication and press brake operation

• Demonstrate high proficiency in working with steel, stainless steel, and aluminum

• Maintain the ability to work independently and manage a "one-off" project-based workflow

• Show a strong background in reading and interpreting technical blueprints

• Hold a forklift and crane certification or have the ability to become certified upon hire

• Exhibit a collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a focus on long-term career growth

• Display versatility in operating various shop machinery beyond the press brake

• Value a low-stress, professional environment and maintain open communication with leadership

Next Steps:

If you are a self-sufficient and detail-oriented fabricator, we would like to hear from you. Our client prides itself on a collaborative culture and long-term employee retention, and we are looking for a dedicated professional to join their core team.

Additional Information:

• Benefits: Medical coverage (70% employer-paid), 401(k) with 3% match, and negotiable PTO based on experience

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics

• Physical Demands: This role requires the ability to lift heavy materials and stand for the duration of a 10-hour shift

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