CPS - 1st Shift Press Brake Operator

Reliance, Inc.; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly incentives

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Career growth & advancement

Safety training and equipment provided

Stable, long term employment

Job summary

Central Plains Steel is seeking a Press Brake Operator for Plant 2 in Wichita, KS. This full-time role supports safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery with two press brake machines and close collaboration with laser, parts breakdown, and shipping teams.

Eligible candidates receive competitive pay, quarterly incentives, comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%, PTO and holidays, and opportunities for career growth. Training and safety equipment are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must meet Level 4 (Heavy Work) capacity.
• 0–5 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Basic measurement and math skills for length, width, height, and weight.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, work orders, and tooling instructions to understand machining characteristics.
• Determine processing specifications and tolerances.
• Ensure correct material is used per work orders.
• Coordinate material handling and move pieces for processing.
• Operate machines and monitor speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Measure parts with calipers, micrometers, and scales to verify specs.
• Perform in-process and final quality inspections.
• Maintain equipment and report irregularities to supervisor.
• Complete paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Driver's license

Manual dexterity

Reading instructions

Math/computation

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Stamina

Physical strength

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Summary

Full Time: Monday-Friday, 1st Shift, 6:30am – 3:00pm
Location: Plant 2 – 8909 E. 35th St. N, Suite 300, Wichita, KS 67226

At Central Plains Steel, we hire Ideal Team Players who are humble, hungry, and smart. Team-first professionals who take initiative, build strong relationships, and live the values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Accountability to deliver Best-in-Class customer service to internal and external customers.

• Competitive pay
• Quarterly Incentives
• Full benefits package
  • o Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • o Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
  • o 100% match for the first 4% of your contribution
• Paid time off & 10 paid holidays
• Career growth & advancement potential
• All necessary safety training and equipment provided
• Stable, long term employment with a reputable company

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for forming parts by bending them using one of our two press brake machines. They work closely with the laser operators, parts breakdown team, and the shipping department to meet or exceed goals for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Delivery.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Review and follow blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications to understand machining characteristics of various metals.
• Determine processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences.
• Ensure correct material for the job is used according to work orders.
• Coordinates and executes material handling.
• Position work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines).
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and material onto machine.
• Select and monitor speeds, feeds, controls, and tooling.
• Determine operations sequence for various material and operating conditions.
• Create complicated or irregularly shaped parts or sections per established drawings, requiring careful blocking and clamping to avoid springing or distortion.
• Operates a variety of machines during processing as required based on workload or business needs.
• Measure and examine pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales, and squares to ensure conformance to work order specifications.
• Perform “In Process” and “Finished Product” quality control inspections.
• Clean equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose problems and makes necessary adjustments.
• Report any irregularities to supervisor for direction.
• Completes work order paperwork/documentation.
• May mark identification on material/work pieces before or after processing.
• Move material from production areas to storage or other designated areas using forklift, side loader, or crane.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• Valid Driver’s License - required.
• Must be able to meet or exceed Level 4 (Heavy Work) of a Personal Capacity Profile.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities - required.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multilimbed coordination - required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations - required.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly - required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions - required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively - required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment - required.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds occasionally, 60 pounds repetitively - required.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time - required.
• Ability to push or pull 80 pounds of force - required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, internal customers and/or vendors - required.
• Must be able to obtain a certification to operate all required motorized material handling and rigging equipment - required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications - required.
• Employees are subject to temperatures more than 100 degrees F and below 32 degrees F
• Warehousing and material handling experience – preferred.
• High School diploma/GED - preferred.