Press Brake Operator

Russel Metals; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base rate

Profit-sharing plan

Benefits program

Pension plan

Development opportunities

Incentive programs

Job summary

Russel Metals in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up and run forming equipment per customer drawings and quality specs. Day or afternoon shifts are available, with a safety-sensitive environment requiring a pre-employment medical and drug evaluation.

Responsibilities include selecting tooling, adjusting settings, inspecting parts, and ensuring traceability and production efficiency. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work with the manufacturing team to

Qualifications

• Previous press brake setup and operation experience.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and tolerances.
• Familiarity with press brake tooling and bending methods.
• Ability to use calipers, tape measures, squares, and angle gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to work independently or in a team.
• Overhead crane and forklift experience is an asset.
• Physically capable of standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brakes to form metal parts.
• Read drawings, orders, and bend specifications.
• Install tooling and adjust settings for material type and thickness.
• Inspect first-offs and perform in-process checks with measuring tools.
• Maintain part quality and production consistency.
• Handle and organize materials and finished parts for traceability.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report concerns.
• Complete production and inspection records accurately.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow procedures.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to resolve fabrication issues.

Skills

Press brake operation

Reading drawings

Measurement tools

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Independent worker

Crane & forklift experience

Tools

Calipers

Tape measures

Angle gauges

Squares

Job description

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base rate
• Profit-sharing plan
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Press Brake Operator to join our metal fabrication team. This position is responsible for setting up and operating press brake equipment to produce formed metal parts that meet customer drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.

Applicants must be available to work a day or afternoon shift.

Branch Address:1510 Clarence Ave, Winnipeg MB R3T 1T6

Our work environment is safety sensitive and will require the successful applicant to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brakes to bend and form metal parts.
• Read and interpret drawings, work orders, and bend specifications.
• Select and install appropriate tooling, and adjust machine settings for material type, thickness, and required dimensions.
• Inspect first-off parts and perform in-process checks using measuring tools to verify dimensions, angles, and tolerances.
• Make adjustments to maintain part quality and consistent production.
• Handle, identify, and organize materials and finished parts to prevent damage and maintain traceability.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic operator maintenance; report equipment or tooling concerns.
• Complete production and inspection records accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safe work procedures.
• Work with production and manufacturing engineering teams to resolve fabrication issues.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous press brake setup and operating experience is preferred.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and understand dimensions, tolerances, and bend angles.
• Familiarity with press brake tooling and metal forming methods.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, squares, and angle gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Overhead crane and forklift experience are assets.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position, including standing, bending, and handling metal parts, with reasonable accommodation as required.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and metal fabrication shop environment.
• Regular exposure to noise, dust, sparks, heat, and metal products.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and material handling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently.
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Regular operation of overhead cranes and forklifts.

Schedule

• Must be available to work alternating shifts, including: DAYS and AFTERNOONS.

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.