Press Brake Operator

Job Title: Press Brake Operator
Job Description
Join our team and work in a modern, bright, and organized shop featuring an open-floor layout and excellent lighting. As a Press Brake Operator, you will manage your specific station or cell while collaborating closely with a skilled team.
Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brakes to bend, form, and punch various grades of steel and aluminum.
• Select, change, and align die sets and punches based on material thickness and required bend angles.
• Read and interpret complex technical drawings, including flat pattern layouts, to determine the correct sequence of bends.
• Use calipers, protractors, and height gauges to inspect parts after the first hit and throughout the run to ensure they meet 100% of customer specifications.
• Manage tooling and ensure precision in operations.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of press brake experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints.
• Experience with CNC, punch press, and calipers.
• Strong basic math skills for calculating dimensions and verifying angles.
• Attention to detail to spot deviations before they affect production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Prior experience with CNC press brake operation is preferred, including an understanding of bend allowances and k-factors.

Why Work Here?
We offer a competitive salary range depending on experience and skillset, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
Work Environment
The work environment includes a 1st shift schedule from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm on a 4/10's schedule.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Appleton, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $34.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.


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.