Press Brake Setup/Operator

Press Brake Operator – Heavy Plate Fabrication

We are seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator for our heavy fabrication shop. This position involves bending, rolling, and forming heavy steel plate, including hardened and abrasion-resistant materials such as AR500. This is heavy plate fabrication—not light-gauge sheet-metal work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brakes to bend and form heavy steel plate
• Roll plate to specified radii, curves, and shapes
• Form hardened and abrasion-resistant plate, including AR500
• Select the proper tooling and determine appropriate setup procedures
• Read fabrication drawings, specifications, and measurements
• Calculate bend locations, angles, and allowances
• Use overhead cranes to position, support, and remove heavy plate during bending and rolling
• Inspect formed parts for correct dimensions, angles, and radii
• Use tape measures, squares, templates, and other measuring tools
• Identify material springback and make necessary adjustments
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Work safely around heavy materials and industrial machinery
• Assist with other fabrication duties as needed

Qualifications

• Previous press brake experience in a heavy fabrication environment is required
• Experience bending and forming heavy plate is strongly preferred
• Experience with AR500 or other hardened plate is preferred
• Plate-rolling experience is preferred
• Overhead-crane experience is required or must be learned quickly
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and accurately measure parts
• Knowledge of tooling, bend allowances, springback, and safe setup practices
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to safe work practices

This position is best suited for someone with heavy plate and structural fabrication experience. Applicants whose experience is limited primarily to light-gauge sheet metal may not be a good fit.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person