Press Brake Operator

Brannon Steel; Brampton; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premiums up to $4/hr nights

Shift premiums up to $2/hr afternoons

Overtime after 40 hrs

RRSP with matching

Health & dental coverage

Disability & life insurance

Employee assistance program

Travel & seasonal events

Job summary

Brannon Steel, a Brampton-based manufacturer, is seeking an experienced hydraulic Press Brake Operator for the afternoon (3pm-11pm) or night shift (11pm-7am). Starting from $27.19 per hour, with shift premiums of up to $2 on afternoons and up to $4 on nights.

The role requires setting up and operating hydraulic CNC press brakes, reading GD&T drawings, and material handling with an overhead crane. Benefits include health coverage, RRSP matching, and disability insurance.

Qualifications

• Strong experience operating heavy hydraulic press brakes OR completion of applicable metal fabrication program.
• Strong overhead crane experience.
• Skilled at reading part drawings including GD&T.
• Understanding of steel grades and characteristics.
• Able to perform manual material handling up to 36 kgs (80 lbs).
• Able to perform intermediate math.
• Proficient with basic and precision measuring tools.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Speak, read and write English at a conversational level.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and operate hydraulic CNC press brakes.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot hydraulic CNC press brakes.
• Form large steel parts for heavy equipment manufacturers.
• Handle materials using overhead crane or other equipment.
• Organize equipment and materials to minimize downtime.
• Complete required documents accurately and timely.
• Assist other forming staff when schedule permits.

Skills

Press brakes

Overhead crane

GD&T

Steel grades

Manual handling

Math

Measuring tools

Hand & power tools

English

Job description

Brannon Steel is looking for an experienced hydraulic Press Brake Operator to join the team at its Brampton manufacturing location on the afternoon shift (3pm-11pm) OR the night shift (11pm-7am). Starting from $27.19 and up per hour depending on experience PLUS up to $2 per hour in afternoon shift premiums OR up to $4 per hour in night shift premiums.

Please do not call to inquire about the status of your application, we will contact those who meet the requirements.

Duties

• Above all, work safely!
• Setup, operate, and troubleshoot hydraulic CNC press brakes
• Form large steel parts for world-class heavy equipment manufacturers
• Perform material handling activities (i.e. locating material, tooling changes, loading / unloading machine) using an overhead crane or other material handling equipment
• Organize equipment and materials to minimize downtime
• Complete all required documents in an accurate and timely manner
• Complete assigned housekeeping activities and contribute to overall shop cleanliness and organization
• Assist other Forming staff when work schedule permits or as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong experience operating heavy hydraulic press brakes OR completion of applicable metal fabrication program
• Strong overhead crane experience
• Skilled at reading part drawings including GD&T
• Understanding of steel grades and characteristics
• Able to perform manual material handling up to 36 kgs (80 lbs)
• Able to perform intermediate math
• Proficient with basic and precision measuring tools
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Speak, read and write English at a conversational level

Benefits

• Shift premiums up to $4 per hour on nights and $2 per hour on afternoons
• Overtime after 40 hours per week
• Service award program including travel vouchers for $3,000, $5,000, and $10,000 for 10, 20, and 30 years of service
• Group RRSP program with contribution matching up to 5% of regular annual earnings
• Full-time, permanent work at a stable, family-owned company
• Company-supplied tools and equipment, uniforms, safety boots, and prescription safety glasses
• Extended health coverage including prescriptions, paramedical expenses, and emergency travel assistance
• Dental coverage including preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Employee & family assistance program
• Group discount on personal auto and home insurance
• Opportunities to learn and advance
• A friendly work environment where people support each other
• Summer barbeques, annual golf tournament, and more!

This posting is for an active role to fill a current opening.

Brannon Steel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know at [e-mail]. All applications are treated with utmost confidentiality. Your personal information is solely for the purpose of hiring process and will not be shared or circulated without your consent.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated tools or artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with reviewing, screening, and assessing applications. These tools do not replace human decision-making but support our recruitment team in evaluating candidates. Short listing resumes and hiring decisions are made with human involvement.