Machine Operator - Brake Press - Evergreen

Design Ready Controls Inc.; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Ready Fabrication is seeking a Machine Operator for first and second shifts at our Champlin, MN site. You will train to operate a brake press to form and shape sheet metal, ensuring quality and safe operation.

Duties include setting up and operating machines, inspecting parts, handling materials, and assisting with tasks during fabrication. This on-site role emphasizes safety and attention to detail, with potential cross-training on other equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• No experience required, but a background in machine operations, manufacturing, or related work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines, inspect finished parts, and organize materials.
• Assist with tasks such as shaking apart punched sheet-metal parts and support teammates.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain attention to detail during fabrication.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing

Safety awareness

Tools

Brake press

Job description

Machine Operator | Build It. Learn It. Own It.

We're building our Machine Operator candidate pipeline at Design Ready Fabrication for both first and second shifts. In this hands‑on role, you'll likely be trained to operate a brake press to form and shape sheet metal while ensuring quality, accuracy, and safe operation. Depending on your interest and business needs, additional opportunities to cross‑train on other fabrication equipment and processes may be available.

Your day may include setting up and operating machines, inspecting finished parts, handling and organizing materials, and assisting with tasks such as shaking apart punched sheet‑metal parts and supporting team members throughout the fabrication process. Adherence to safety protocols and attention to detail in this role will help candidates be successful.

Physical Requirements:

• - Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, bend and lift an average of 20lbs frequently and on occasion 50lbs (or more with team lift) for the duration of an average 8-10 hour shift.
• - Must be able to work onsite at the Champlin, MN facility for the entire shift. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Experience & Qualifications:

• - No experience required, but having a background in machine operations, manufacturing, assembly, or other relevant work is preferred.

Compensation Range:

Average Machine Operator roles at the company begin at $25-28/hour. Rates may be negotiable depending on experience and qualifications, as well as scope of work.