Brake Press & Punch Operator - CNC & Lean Manufacturing

ThompsonFirstGroup; Millington (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to industry-leading technologies

Job summary

ThompsonFirstGroup is seeking Brake Press / Punch Press Operators for contract-to-hire positions. The ideal candidate will have experience operating brake press, punch press, and CNC-controlled equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include setting up machinery, interpreting blueprints, ensuring part accuracy, and conducting inspections. Candidates must have 1–3 years of experience, a high school diploma, and strong mechanical skills.

This role offers opportunities for career growth and exposure to leading manufacturing technologies.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience operating brake press or punch press machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate brake press and punch press machinery.
• Interpret blueprints to determine machine settings.
• Conduct in-process inspections to verify parts meet quality standards.

Skills

Operating brake press

Operating punch press

CNC-controlled equipment

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools (calipers, micrometers)

Mechanical aptitude

Lean Manufacturing principles

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Angle gauges

Job description

ThompsonFirstGroup is seeking Brake Press / Punch Press Operators for contract-to-hire positions. The ideal candidate will have experience operating brake press, punch press, and CNC-controlled equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include setting up machinery, interpreting blueprints, ensuring part accuracy, and conducting inspections. Candidates must have 1–3 years of experience, a high school diploma, and strong mechanical skills.

This role offers opportunities for career growth and exposure to leading manufacturing technologies.