2nd Shift Amada Brake Operator

Aerotek; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Press Brake Operator in Totowa, NJ for a contract-to-hire role on the 2nd shift (3:00 PM–3:00 AM). You will set up and operate press brake equipment, read blueprints, and inspect parts to ensure conformance to specifications.

The position is onsite, with focus on safety and manufacturing procedures. Responsibilities include performing first article inspections, maintaining production output, and completing quality documentation while coordinating with a team to meet

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating a Press Brake.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up press brake equipment as per blueprints and production requirements.
• Operate press brake machinery to bend, form, and shape metal components.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet specifications.
• Perform first article/first piece inspections.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Monitor machine performance and report any equipment issues.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Maintain production output and quality standards.
• Follow all company safety and manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Press Brake

Blueprint Reading

Inspection Tools

Attention to Detail

Follow Instructions

Independent & Team

Basic Computer Skills

Overtime

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Title: Press Brake Operator Job Description

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up and operating press brake equipment according to blueprints and production requirements. This role involves bending, forming, and shaping metal components, inspecting finished parts to ensure compliance with specifications, and performing first article/first piece inspections. The operator must read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints, monitor machine performance, and report any equipment issues. Additionally, the operator will complete production and quality documentation, maintain production output and quality standards, and follow all company safety and manufacturing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up press brake equipment as per blueprints and production requirements.
• Operate press brake machinery to bend, form, and shape metal components.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet specifications.
• Perform first article/first piece inspections.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Monitor machine performance and report any equipment issues.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Maintain production output and quality standards.
• Follow all company safety and manufacturing procedures.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience operating a Press Brake.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable working around moving machinery.
• Experience in metal fabrication and CNC operations.

Why Work Here?

This is an opportunity to work in the dynamic medical device industry with a company that has over 40 years of experience. You will have the chance to cross-train across multiple manufacturing processes, develop assembly, machine operation, and quality inspection skills. Enjoy a stable first-shift opportunity in a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM, on the 2nd shift. The environment is fast-paced, requiring attention to safety and manufacturing procedures. Dress code and safety equipment usage align with standard industrial requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Totowa, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Totowa, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Totowa,NJ.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.