Experienced Press Brake Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Hibbing (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment is seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator in Hibbing, MN. You will read blueprints, set up and operate press brake equipment, and ensure parts meet precise tolerances while maintaining safety.

This role requires attention to detail, strong measurement skills, and the ability to follow process controls. Shifts run Monday through Thursday on 10-hour days with pay $18.00-$20.00/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a Press Brake Operator.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Ability to read blueprints and plans.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form metal components.
• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches.
• 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
• Perform spot inspections of parts
• Complete and maintain paperwork
• Identify assembly parts

Skills

Blueprints reading

Attention to detail

Safety-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Press brake equipment

Job description

Experienced Press Brake Operator

$18.00+/hour | Hibbing, MN | Monday - Thursday

Express Employment is currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator. The role will include reading blueprints and plans for finished products, making sure machines are working efficiently, and operating machines with safety. Safety is the number one priority for this company, so ideal candidates will have a record of safe work habits and an excellent eye for detail.

Schedule: 10-hour day shifts, Monday - Thursday

Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00/hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form metal components
• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches
• 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
• Perform spot inspections of parts
• Complete and maintain paperwork
• Identify assembly parts

What We Look For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a Press Brake Operator
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills