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Brake Press Operator

$22 - $38 per hour

AppleOne Employment Services

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Brake Press Operators for multiple direct hire openings in Santa Ana, CA.

This growing operation is ramping up production due to high customer demand and offers steady 1st shift and 2nd shift work, overtime opportunities, and a team-oriented shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Set up and operate brake press equipment to bend, form, and fabricate metal parts according to job specifications.
- Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, drawings, measurements, and production instructions.
- Perform accurate measurements and quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications and tolerances.
- Adjust machine settings, tooling, and materials as needed to support efficient production.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety and production procedures.
- Work independently to meet production schedules, quality standards, and daily output expectations.

Compensation and Benefits

- Direct hire opportunity.
- Pay: $22 to $38 per hour, depending on experience.
- Location: Santa Ana, CA.
- Overtime may include starting at 4:00 AM, staying later, and working Saturdays as needed.
- Multiple openings available.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
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The pay transparency policy is available here:
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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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\nCompany Description

This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.

Company Description

This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.

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