Brakepress Operator

B & B Airparts Inc.; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

B & B Airparts Inc. in Wichita, KS is seeking a Brakepress Operator to form sheet metal aluminum parts from customer drawings using a brake press. You’ll verify tooling, load pieces, and inspect parts to ensure profile accuracy and conformance with drawings.

The role requires 2+ years braking experience, blueprint literacy, and ability to read/understand English. Overtime may be needed; callouts and safety PPE are standard on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years operating a CNC Brake Press and/or Manual brake in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and decipher drawings.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Proficient in blue print reading and use of precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Verify tooling and all engineering drawings before manufacturing part.
• Load machine with work pieces and run to spec.
• Perform visual inspection of part and traveler.
• Confirm profile, pilot holes and cut outs are per Customer drawing.
• Verify accuracy of job/workmanship during operations.
• Maintain specifications by observing operations and troubleshooting.
• Meet production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity and quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Brake press operation

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Attention to detail

English literacy

Teamwork communication

Tools

Calipers

Protractors

Height gauges

Radius gauges

Job description

# Brakepress OperatorDESCRIPTION: Responsible for the forming of sheet metal aluminum parts utilizing a Brake press per Customers engineering drawings and specifications. RESPONSIBILITIES: Verify tooling and all engineering drawings before manufacturing part Load machine with work pieces Perform visual inspection of part and...Apply on PaycomBack to all jobs## Job facts| | || --- | --- || Location | Legal Address - Wichita, KS 67209 || Category | Manufacturing || Salary Range | $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly || Date Posted | 2026-02-24 |## Quick summary for search and AI assistantsBrakepress Operator is an open role located at Legal Address - Wichita, KS 67209 in the Manufacturing category. Applications are completed on the original Paycom listing linked from this page.## Description**DESCRIPTION**:Responsible for the forming of sheet metal aluminum parts utilizing a Brake press per Customers engineering drawings and specifications.**RESPONSIBILITIES**:* Verify tooling and all engineering drawings before manufacturing part* Load machine with work pieces* Perform visual inspection of part and traveler* Confirm profile, pilot holes and cut outs are to Customer drawing* Verify accuracy of job/workmanship when performing job* Maintain specifications by observing operations* Adhere to all quality assurance procedures and processes* Maintain specifications by trouble shooting processes, detecting malfunctions and taking measurements* Accomplish organization goals by accepting ownership for all new and different requests* Explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments* Meet production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality* Miscellaneous tasks as assigned## Qualifications**EXPERIENCE**:* Minimum two years operating a CNC Brake Press and/or Manual brake in a manufacturing setting* Ability to read blueprints and decipher drawings**REQUIREMENTS**:* Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.* Familiar with safety standards and PPE utilized in a manufacturing setting* Must have reliable transportation and be able to work overtime when needed* Ability to read, write and understand English* Proficient in blue print reading* Knowledge of hand tools and precision measuring tools, such as calipers, protractors, height gages and radius gage sets* Ability to stay on task with minimal supervision* Strong communication and problem solving skills* Detail orientedComplete, correct and on time.