First-Shift Brake Press Operator: Sheet Metal Fabrication

Aerotek; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Brake Press Operator in South Bend, IN to support the fabrication team by producing formed sheet metal components and supplying them to the internal manufacturing line.

You will operate a variety of metalworking machines, read detailed blueprints, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards. This first-shift role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a dynamic shop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating presses or shears in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints or prints.
• Ability to correctly read a tape measure for precise dimensions.
• Use of hand tools safely in fabrication.
• Capability to lift 2550 pounds consistently.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication and related tools.
• Familiar with micrometers and calipers for quality verification.
• Owns steel toe safety boots and uses them as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machines in fabrication (presses, shears, notchers, punch presses) to form metal sheets into components.
• Set up machines by reading blueprints, adjusting start/stop points, configuring equipment.
• Cut, form, and shape sheet metal per detailed measurements.
• Measure materials and parts with tape measure to meet specifications.
• Use micrometers and calipers to verify tolerances and quality.
• Handle and move materials and finished parts, lifting 2550 pounds.
• Use hand tools safely to support fabrication and finishing tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow procedures.
• Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety issues.

Skills

Reads blueprints/prints

Operates presses/shears

Read tape measure

Hand tools usage

Lift 2550 lbs

Blueprint interpretation

Uses micrometers/calipers

Steel toe boots

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Brake Press Operator in South Bend, IN to support the fabrication team by producing formed sheet metal components and supplying them to the internal manufacturing line.

You will operate a variety of metalworking machines, read detailed blueprints, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards. This first-shift role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a dynamic shop environment.