Experienced Press Brake Operator-Sheet Metal Fabrication

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an EXPERIENCED Press Brake Operator to join our fabrication team. This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must have solid hands-on press brake experience, including machine setup, tooling selection, and blueprint interpretation.

This is a job shop environment, not a production line. The right candidate must be comfortable working from prints, setting up their own jobs, and producing accurate parts with minimal supervision.

**Experience with Amada or Accurpress press brakes is nice to have, but not required.

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If we move forward with your application, you will be invited to perform a press brake test during the interview process.

**Responsibilities

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• Set up and operate CNC press brake machines

• Read and interpret blueprints, prints, and job routers

• Select appropriate tooling and perform complete machine setups

• Determine proper bend sequences and material allowances

• Produce accurate parts within required tolerances

• Inspect parts using calipers, tape measures, angle gauges, and other measuring tools

• Work with materials including carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel

• Perform first-piece inspections and maintain quality throughout production

• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• Report defective materials or equipment issues to supervision

• Follow shop safety procedures

• Assist with general shop tasks as needed

**Required Qualifications

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• **Minimum 3+ years press brake operating experience

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• **Must be able to perform full machine setups

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• Ability to read and interpret blueprints

• Experience working in a metal fabrication or job shop environment

• Strong understanding of bending techniques, tooling selection, and material behavior

• Basic math skills

• Experience using calipers, tape measures, and other measuring tools

• Forklift experience is a plus

**Physical Requirements

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• Standing and walking for extended periods

• Bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling

• Lifting materials up to 75 lbs occasionally

**Compensation

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**Pay is based on experience and skill level.

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**This position is intended for experienced press brake operators. Applicants should be capable of setting up and running jobs independently from a print.

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You should be proficient in:

• Heavy Material Handling
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Precision Measurement & Inspection
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• 2D Drawings (Solidworks)
• Press Brake (Amada)
• Measurement Gauges