CNC (Press/Steel Brake) Operator, 1st shift

Aleron; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Grand Prairie, TX seeks a CNC Press Brake Operator to set up and run press brakes on mild steel, stainless steel, or structural steel. This temp-to-hire role pays $21.46/hour with a daytime schedule.

You will read drawings, position back gauges, install punches and dies, and perform first-piece and in-process inspections with calipers, micrometers and height gauges. Safety and quality are core.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years setting up and operating CNC or hydraulic press brakes.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC or hydraulic press brakes forming mild steel, stainless steel, or structural steel.
• Interpret engineering drawings, flat pattern layouts, bend lines, and dimensions.
• Install punches and V-die, back gauge positioning, and make basic angle corrections.
• Use precision inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) for first-piece and in-process inspections.

Skills

CNC press brake operation

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Shop math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Angle finders

Height gauges

Radius gauges

Job description

Job Title: CNC Press Brake Operator

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Employment Type: Temp to hire

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $21.46

Schedule: 7am - 3:00pm | M-F

About the Opportunity

Join a respected manufacturing organization and play a critical role in producing high-quality precision components using advanced CNC machining equipment. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are top priorities. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate CNC or hydraulic press brakes forming mild steel, stainless steel, or structural steel
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, flat pattern layouts, bend lines, internal/external dimensions, and angular callout
• Experience with standard punch and V-die installation, back gauge positioning, and basic angle corrections
• Proficient with precision inspection tools: digital/dial calipers, micrometers, protractors, angle finders, height gauges, and radius gauges
• Ability to perform first-piece and in-process quality inspections to tight tolerances

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience setting up and operating CNC or hydraulic press brakes forming mild steel, stainless steel, or structural steel
• High School Diploma or GED

What Sets You Apart

• Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret engineering drawings, flat pattern layouts, bend lines, internal/external dimensions, and angular callouts.
• Tooling & Setup:
  • Proficient in standard punch and V-die installation, back gauge positioning, and basic angle corrections
• Quality & Measurement:
  • Proficient with precision inspection tools: digital/dial calipers, micrometers, protractors, angle finders, height gauges, and radius gauges.
  • Ability to perform first-piece and in-process quality inspections to tight tolerances (e.g., *0.5, *0.030?).
• Shop Math: Strong understanding of fractions, decimals, basic trigonometry, and angle geometry.
• Ability to lift, flip, and manipulate steel sheet/plate weighing up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Ability to stand, bend, and maneuver large parts for the full duration of an 8- to 12-hour shift.
• Strict adherence to press brake safety systems (light curtains, laser guards like Lazer Safe/AKAS, foot pedals, and Lockout/Tagout).
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Technical/vocational certificate in metal fabrication or machining is a plus

Additional Information

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F- 1 OPT STEM work authorization status.