Brake Press Technician - 2nd shift

Ariens Company; Town of Brillion (WI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

AriensCo is seeking an experienced Brake Press Technician in Brillion, WI to set up, adjust, and operate press brakes for metal fabrication. You will work from drawings to ensure parts meet dimensional and quality requirements, performing programming and precise measuring as needed.

The role includes standard 4-day work weeks (Mon-Thu, 2:30 PM–12:30 AM) with a starting pay of $22/hour plus a $4 shift premium and a $4,000 sign-on bonus, plus comprehensive benefits and on-site resources.

Qualifications

• Experience with brake press forming and basic fabrication
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints
• Competent in using precision measurement tools and basic shop math

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate press brakes to form, bend, punch, and notch metal parts
• Select tooling and load tools per setup documents
• Program CNC for new parts and perform spot inspections

Skills

Brake press operation

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Measurement tools

Tools

CNC controller

Job description

Brake Press Technician

Job Description

AriensCo is seeking an experienced Brake Press Technician to set up, adjust, and operate press brakes of various sizes to perform metal fabrication operations, including forming, bending, punching, and notching. The technician will work from engineering drawings, specifications, patterns, and templates to ensure products meet quality and dimensional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of all machining and tooling
• Operate press brake machine; run, bend, and perform forming operations using standard and custom punches
• Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or lead assistance
• Load, install, and set up tools required
• Use a CNC controller to input information into the machine
• Adjust ram and back gauge locations per process control instructions and blueprints
• Check height, depth, and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges, and other precision-measuring instruments
• Perform complex programming using all features of the press brake
• Work with tight tolerances; produce parts for assembly operations
• Meet customer specifications and delivery requirements
• Program the CNC to produce new parts meeting specifications
• Perform spot inspections of parts
• Perform all required routine and minor maintenance activities according to procedures
• Complete and maintain paperwork
• Identify assembly parts, set up light gauge metal, and configure bend allowances for sheet metal (stainless, aluminum, and regular steel)
• Check machine for defects and repair if necessary; ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned
• Read drawings and blueprints

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and follow detailed written or oral instructions
• Strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background
• Basic knowledge of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic setup
• Competent with dimensional measuring tools and able to learn precision measurement tools quickly
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math and blueprint reading
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance
• Preferred experience with overhead crane
• Preferred understanding of welding processes and techniques
• Capable of performing multiple fabrication processes adhering to standard work
• Ability to effectively train others per standard work
• Preferred experience with TWI

Schedule & Shift

Monday – Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 2:30PM – 12:30AM

Pay & Benefits

• Starts at $22/hour + $4 shift premium + $4,000 sign‑on bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan
• 401(k) match and profit‑sharing plans
• Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Short‑Term Disability, Parental Leave
• On‑site Marketplace, Care Partners at all locations, Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs
• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement
• Employee Product Purchase Program and 50% day‑care discount
• Brillion Early Learning Center 10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide (excludes Brillion Early Learning Center)
• On‑site health clinic with Bellin Health (Brillion Campus Only)

Work Environment

• Ability to stand for 8+ hours a day
• Use hands to position parts in place
• Lifting up to 35 pounds at varying frequencies
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment
• Desire for personal development and growth; ability to work as part of a team
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

EEO Statement

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Employment decisions are made without discrimination or harassment. This employer participates in E‑Verify.