1st Shift: Precision Sheet Metal Brake Tech

Anchor Custom Fabrications; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Fabrication is seeking a Precision Press Brake Forming Technician to join the Brake Department on site in Lavergne, TN. You will operate and set up Amada and Trumpf brakes, read blueprints, and perform first- and last-piece inspections to ensure accurate, production-ready parts.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in sheet metal fabrication, strong math skills, and GD&T understanding. ERP familiarity (Epicor) is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sheet metal fabrication (preferred).
• Comfort reading blueprints and verifying dimensions.
• GD&T understanding; able to pass a GD&T test.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up all press brake machines within the Brake Department.
• Read and interpret blueprints; perform first- and last-piece inspections.
• Leverage knowledge of metal properties to deliver consistent, accurate forms.
• Complete clerical and labor reporting tied to production.
• Keep your work area organized, safe, and audit-ready.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Math precision

Press brake setup

Quality inspection

ERP experience

Metal fabrication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school experience

Tools

Trumpf brake

Amada brake

Job description

Anchor Fabrication is seeking a Precision Press Brake Forming Technician to join the Brake Department on site in Lavergne, TN. You will operate and set up Amada and Trumpf brakes, read blueprints, and perform first- and last-piece inspections to ensure accurate, production-ready parts.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in sheet metal fabrication, strong math skills, and GD&T understanding. ERP familiarity (Epicor) is a plus.