Brake Press

QPS Employment Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Brake Press Set-Up Operator in Milwaukee, WI. The role involves setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC and manual press brakes to bend and shape metal parts per engineering drawings and customer specs.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, installing tooling, verifying material, performing first-piece inspections, and maintaining records while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC press brakes.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers and measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines per specifications.
• Read blueprints, drawings, work orders and use measuring instruments.
• Install tooling, dies and machine programs.
• Verify material type, thickness and dimensions before production.
• Perform first-piece inspections and adjust to meet quality standards.
• Monitor production runs and inspect finished parts for accuracy.
• Troubleshoot machine and tooling issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain production and quality records and follow safety policies.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping duties.

Skills

CNC setup

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

GD&T

Measuring tools

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Protractors

Job description

Position Title: Brake Press Set-Up Operator

Wage: $28.00/hour

Location: Milwaukee, WI

The Brake Press Setup Operator in Milwaukee, WI is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC and manual press brakes to bend, form, and shape metal parts according to engineering drawings and customer specifications. This role ensures quality, safety, and production efficiency while maintaining equipment and work areas.

Brake Press Set-Up Operator Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines according to job specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, and measuring instruments
• Select and install appropriate tooling, dies, and machine programs
• Verify material type, thickness, and dimensions before production
• Perform first-piece inspections and make adjustments as needed to meet quality standards
• Monitor production runs and inspect finished parts for accuracy and compliance
• Troubleshoot machine and tooling issues to minimize downtime
• Maintain accurate production and quality records
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping duties

Requirements for Brake Press Set-Up Operator

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Experience setting up and operating CNC press brakes
• Ability to read blueprints and understand geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, protractors, and other measuring tools
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended period

Skills

• CNC programming and machine setup
• Blueprint reading
• Quality inspection
• Mathematical and measurement skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Teamwork and communication

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