CNC Brake Press

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: CNC Brake Press Operator

Job Description

The CNC Brake Press Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining press brake equipment to bend and form sheet metal components used in custom refrigeration and cooling systems. This role ensures parts are accurate, consistent, and meet quality standards, supporting production processes efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and/or manual press brake machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and bend specifications.
• Select correct tooling, dies, and gauges for each job.
• Perform first‑piece and in‑process inspections using measuring tools.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain dimensional accuracy and quality.
• Handle raw materials and finished parts safely.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and keep work area clean.
• Collaborate with supervisors, welders, and fabricators to meet production deadlines.
• Follow all safety, quality, and OSHA guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Experience with press brake operating in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and basic shop drawings.
• Proficiency in using measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, and angle gauges.
• Basic math skills for measurements and bend calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CNC press brake experience with brands such as Accurpress or similar.
• Sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of bend allowances and material types including stainless, aluminum, and mild steel.

Why Work Here?

We offer merit increases based on performance, attendance, and teamwork, ensuring competitive pay. There are leadership opportunities with potential for growth into lead or supervisory roles, or transferring to other plants. We provide $150 for boots and equipment, supply welding gear, and offer tuition reimbursement. Flexibility is valued, allowing you to work in various departments as needed.

Work Environment

The work environment is laid back with a small, diverse group of experienced individuals. Training and leadership emphasize collaboration, with a focus on quickly getting up to speed due to the volume of work. The role involves operating in both coil and sheet metal weld areas. The dress code requires boots, long pants without holes, and flame retardant shirts. The position is on the 2nd shift from 2:15 PM to 12:45 AM, with up to 10 additional hours per week, including a 5-hour shift on Saturdays.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dixon, IL.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Dixon,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.