1st Shift - Press Brake Operator

Staffing Support Specialists; Town of Addison (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffing Support Specialists in Hartford, WI is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up, operate, and maintain press brake machines to bend sheet metal per specifications. 1st shift, 6:00-4:30pm with alternative early starts offered.

The role emphasizes reading blueprints, selecting tooling, adjusting settings, and ensuring quality. Training is provided for candidates at all levels, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Training provided; entry level candidates welcome.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to use calipers, gauges, and tape measures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job packets.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines
• Bend, shape, and form sheet metal to specifications
• Read blueprints and work orders
• Select and install tooling
• Inspect finished parts for quality and accuracy
• Use measuring tools such as calipers, gauges, and tape measures
• Follow safety and quality standards
• Package and prepare finished parts
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Position: Press Brake Operator

Location: Hartford, WI

Shift: 1st, 6:00-4:30pm M-TH (4:00am and 5:00am start times are also offered)

Pay: $19-28.00/hour

Summary

A Press Brake Operator sets up, operates, and maintains press brake machines to bend, shape, and form metal sheets according to specifications. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, selecting proper tooling, adjusting machine settings, and ensuring precision and quality control. The operator must follow safety procedures, inspect finished parts, and make necessary adjustments to maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines
• Bend, shape, and form sheet metal to specifications
• Read blueprints and work orders
• Select and install tooling
• Inspect finished parts for quality and accuracy
• Use measuring tools such as calipers, gauges, and tape measures
• Follow safety and quality standards
• Package and prepare finished parts
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• We're looking for candidates who have the foundation to succeed - whether you're an experienced operator or more entry level and ready to develop your skills. We will train the right person!
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to use measuring tools accurately
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job packets.
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment