Brake Press Operator - 1st shift

Tappwfs; Texas; On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Tappwfs in El Paso, TX is seeking a Brake Press Operator for a Monday–Friday 1st shift. You will program the machine from blueprint details, set up tooling, and inspect parts to ensure precision. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and ownership of the bending process from plan to first-off parts.

You will read blueprints, create bending programs, and verify dimensions during in-process inspections. Weekend overtime may be available based on demand, and the schedule keeps your afternoons free.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years brake press operation experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate a hydraulic brake press and enter programs directly into the machine from blueprint specifications.
• Set up tooling by selecting, loading, and aligning punches and dies for each job.
• Create bending programs using blueprint details, bend deductions, and required angles or offsets.
• Perform first-off and in-process inspections to verify accuracy and conformance to specs.
• Verify part dimensions using tape measures, calipers, and other inspection tools.
• Perform routine machine maintenance such as cleaning, lubrication and checking machine condition.
• Report equipment issues to supervisor to prevent downtime and maintain safety.

Skills

Brake press operation

Blueprint reading

Calipers/measurement

Machining basics

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Program, set up, and run a hydraulic brake press on an early Monday to Friday 1st shift, where your blueprint skills drive every part.

Brake Press Operator | 1st Shift | Monday to Friday

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with weekend overtime only if you want it. A skilled role where you program the machine yourself, straight from the blueprint. A team that puts safety, quality, and accuracy first.

Know your way around a brake press and want to be done by 2:30 with your whole afternoon ahead of you? This position puts you in charge of the whole process, from reading the blueprint and building the bend program to setting up tooling and inspecting the first part off the machine. With a consistent Monday to Friday 1st shift, your weekends stay yours unless you choose to pick up extra hours.

You’ll enter programs directly into the machine based on blueprint specifications, calculate bend deductions, angles, and offsets, and select and align the right punches and dies for each job. Then you’ll verify your work with first-off and in-process inspections so every part meets spec. This is precision work for someone who takes pride in getting it right the first time. Your attention to detail and your care for the equipment keep production moving safely and on time.

Why This Opportunity Is Different

Plenty of operator roles have you running programs someone else wrote. Here, you build the bending programs yourself using blueprint details, bend deductions, and required angles or offsets, so your technical skill is put to real use every shift. You own setup, programming, inspection, and basic maintenance, which means more responsibility and more chances to show what you can do. With an early schedule and voluntary weekend overtime, you get your afternoons back and decide how much extra you want to earn.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate a hydraulic brake press, entering programs directly into the machine based on blueprint specifications
• Set up equipment by selecting, loading, and aligning the right punches and dies for each job
• Create bending programs using bend deductions, blueprint details, and required angles or offsets
• Perform first-off and in-process inspections to verify accuracy and make sure parts meet specifications
• Verify part dimensions using tape measures, calipers, and other inspection tools
• Handle routine basic maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and monitoring machine condition
• Report equipment issues to your supervisor right away to prevent downtime and keep the area safe
• Keep the processing area clean, safe, and orderly, and complete all required information entry accurately

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of brake press operation experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• A strong understanding of machining processes and brake press operations
• Skill in taking accurate measurements with calipers, tape measures, and other inspection tools
• Basic knowledge of first-off and in-process inspections
• Ability to perform routine maintenance to keep equipment running safely and efficiently
• Ability to read, write, and interpret instructions
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to catch errors and maintain high-quality output
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
• A strong safety mindset

Compensation and Work Model

• Compensation is competitive and will be discussed during the screening process.
• Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Weekend overtime is available on a voluntary basis.
• Work model: Onsite.
• $20.00/hr

Location and Travel

This role is based onsite in El Paso, Tx - West Side.