Lead Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift - Sheetmetal

Lake Air Metals; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits

401(k) Employer Match

PTO and Holiday Pay

Gym Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lake Air Products is looking for a Lead Press Brake Operator for the 2nd shift in Vadnais Heights, MN. The role leads and supports the Press Brake department, sets up and operates equipment, oversees job assignments, and ensures quality and productivity in a fast-paced sheet metal environment.

You will mentor operators, troubleshoot setups, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety and ISO-compliant procedures. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of Press Brake experience.
• Excellent people skills and ability to partner with leadership.
• Ability to bend and lift, move between workstations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations within the Press Brake department and support production goals.
• Set up and operate press brake equipment per blueprints.
• Assign jobs and coordinate workflow with materials and tools.
• Train and mentor Press Brake Operators on setup and quality expectations.
• Review and troubleshoot setups, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure parts meet quality standards through inspections and ISO procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work environment and follow safety policies.

Skills

Press Brake experience

People skills

Integrity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Lead Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift - Sheetmetal

Full Time Direct Vadnais Heights, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3353

Salary Range: $29.00 To $37.00 Hourly

About Lake Air Products

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams.

Position Summary

We are seeking a 2nd shift Lead Press Brake Operator set up. The Press Brake Lead is responsible for leading and supporting the daily operations of the Press Brake department while actively setting up and operating press brake equipment. This role oversees job assignments, trains and mentors operators, ensures quality and productivity standards are met, and promotes a safe, team-oriented work environment. The Press Brake Lead must have strong knowledge of press brake setup, tooling, blueprint reading, and sheet metal fabrication processes while driving continuous improvement and supporting department performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations within the Press Brake department while supporting production goals and on-time delivery.
• Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form sheet metal parts according to blueprint specifications.
• Assign jobs, coordinate workflow, and ensure employees have the materials, tools, and information needed to complete work efficiently.
• Train, mentor, and support Press Brake Operators on machine setup, tooling, blueprint reading, and quality expectations.
• Review and troubleshoot machine setups, tooling, bend allowances, and production issues to minimize downtime and defects.
• Ensure all parts meet quality standards through inspections, measurements, and compliance with ISO and company procedures.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following all company safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• 2 years of Press Brake experience
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission
• Bend and lift, loading and unloading workpieces into the machine, and move from one workstation to another, alternately sitting and standing

Lake Air Products Offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Gym Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement

Please note that this position may be subject to export control regulation. Unless an exemption applies, candidate(s) must be a U.S. Person* within the meaning of the law OR obtain an export control license. Candidates who do not meet the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other opportunities with Lake Air Products. Nothing in this posting should be interpreted as limiting applications based on nationality or citizenship status.

*A U.S. Person under export control laws includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual who has been lawfully admitted for temporary residence in the U.S. as a refugee or asylee under U.S. law.

3:30pm to 2:00am – Monday to Thursday (10-hour shift)