Automation Fabrication Technician - Press Brake Specialist

TREW LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

TREW LLC seeks an Automation Fabrication Technician to operate and maintain a state-of-the-art sheet metal fabrication system, including laser cutters, press brakes, and robots. You will support capacity planning, programming, and continuous improvement in a warehouse environment.

The role requires strong problem solving, teamwork, and the ability to travel for training. The ideal candidate has an engineering or manufacturing background and experience with metal forming equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or manufacturing discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience programming and operating laser, punch, press brake, mill and lathe machines.
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and related software.

Responsibilities

• Operate key elements of the sheet metal fabrication system.
• Identify, resolve, and prevent system issues.
• Program and operate major system elements using specialized software.
• Estimate fabrication times, balance workload, and manage WIP to meet schedules.
• Regularly assess system performance against benchmarks.
• Perform routine checks, replace consumables, and conduct preventative maintenance.
• Participate in training to learn new skills and tools.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Electrical & mechanical systems

Education

Assoc. degree in engineering/manufacturing

Experience with metal forming machines

Tools

Laser cutting machines

Punch press

Press brake

Mill & Lathe

Sheet metal software

Job description

TREW LLC seeks an Automation Fabrication Technician to operate and maintain a state-of-the-art sheet metal fabrication system, including laser cutters, press brakes, and robots. You will support capacity planning, programming, and continuous improvement in a warehouse environment.

The role requires strong problem solving, teamwork, and the ability to travel for training. The ideal candidate has an engineering or manufacturing background and experience with metal forming equipment.