Press Brake Operators

Poulsen Job & Research ApS; Denmark; On-site; DKK 323,640 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holiday pay

Pension contributions

Accommodation arrangement

Free work clothes & shoes

Job summary

Poulsen Job & Research ApS is seeking a Press Brake Operator located in Denmark. This role offers competitive pay at 190,00 DKK/hour with opportunities for permanent employment. Responsibilities include operating and programming press brake machines, producing components from simple to complex parts.

The position requires experience, precision in work, and the ability to work independently. Additional benefits include accommodation assistance, holiday pay, and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a press brake operator is essential.
• Proven ability to work with technical drawings independently.
• Knowledge of DELEM control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up press brake machines.
• Program machines based on technical drawings.
• Produce components ranging from simple to complex.

Skills

Experience as a press brake operator

Ability to work independently from drawings

Programming skills

Experience with DELEM control systems

Precision and independence

Job description

Open Positions: Press Brake Operators

Start Date: 12-01-2026 – or notify us of your availability.

Location: Denmark – 90 minutes from the German/Danish border.

Project Duration: Work planned for a longer term with the possibility of permanent employment at the client.

Rotations: 4x2, or let me know what fits you best.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: 190,00 DKK/hour (gross) on night shifts (around 25 EUR), + 12.5% holiday pay, 14% FVK (flexible fund), and 13% pension after 2 months (11% VICOS / 2% employee).
• Stable Employment: We keep our skilled employees working year-round across multiple projects.
• Secured Rights and Benefits: Covered by a collective agreement with Dansk Industri (overtime, supplements, pension, etc.).
• Full Support: Help with tax card, healthcare, accommodation, plus free work clothes & shoes (value up to 2,800 DKK/year).

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Operation and setup of press brake machines
• Programming of press brake machines directly from technical drawings
• Production of single components, small series and large series (from 1 to 1,000+ units)
• Handling both simple and complex components with varying tolerances
• Work with varying and changing tasks in a subcontractor production environment
• Occasional grinding and finishing work
• Handling of sheet metal components

Materials and Production

• Materials: Carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• Material thickness: 1-20 mm
• Workpiece type: Sheet metal
• Production complexity: From simple parts to technically demanding components

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience as a press brake operator is required
• Ability to work independently from drawings – including programming and setup
• Experience with DELEM control systems is an advantage, but not a requirement
• No specific certificates required
• Ability to work independently and with precision
• Practical testing prior to start may be required

Language Requirements

English is required, as English is the working language in production.

Work Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday to Saturday, 06:00 to 16:30.
• Night Shift: Evening and night shifts may be available by agreement.

Paid Hours

For each 10.5‑hour shift, you are paid 10 hours (2 breaks – 30‑minute break is unpaid).

Income (Day shift)

Net salary every 4 weeks at full employment after deducting accommodation: Net salary: 29.720 DKK (around 3.944 EUR).

1. Holiday allowance, flexible spending account (fritvalgskonto FVK), pension. If you provide a payslip from your previous workplace showing pension contributions, VICOS will continue the pension contributions from the first day of employment.
2. Payroll every two weeks – optional advance of up to 6,000 DKK after 12 days of work.

Accommodation

VICOS arranges accommodation near the workplace. A single room with internet and access to kitchen and bathroom costs 135 DKK/day (utilities included) (around 18 EUR). Please note that the rent has already been deducted in the net salary calculation above.

Living, Travel and Work Benefits

Learn more about our living, travel, and work benefits here.

Application Contact

Call us at [phone]. Monday‑Thursday: 08:15 AM – 03:15 PM. Friday: 08:15 AM – 01:00 PM.