Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Olympic Steel; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement & Employee Disoc

Job summary

Olympic Steel is seeking a Machine Operator - Press Brake (1st Shift) in Chambersburg, PA. The operator sets up and runs a power-press brake to bend, form, or straighten material according to work orders and customer requirements.

The role emphasizes safety and productivity; 2+ years of press brake experience are preferred but not required. Knowledge of crane operation, measurement instruments, and drawings is helpful.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine operating experience on press brake (preferred but not required).
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
• Skilled at measuring machined features using a variety of measuring instruments.
• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake to bend, form, or straighten material per work orders and customer requirements.
• Satisfy customer requirements of quality, quantity, and delivery in a safe manner while maximizing productivity.
• Inspect finished work using measuring instruments and drawings to ensure conformance.

Skills

Press brake operation

Quality inspection

Measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Tools

Power-press brake

Job description

Machine Operator - Press Brake (1st Shift)

Job Category : Warehouse

Requisition Number : MACHI003259

• Posted : July 31, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Chambersburg, PA 17201, USA

Description

About Olympic Steel:

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description:

The Machine Operator satisfies customer requirements of quality, quantity, and delivery in a safe manner while maximizing productivity. The Press Brake Operator sets up and/or operates power-press brake machine to bend, form, or straighten material as specified by work order and customer requirements.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of machine operating experience on press brakepreferredbut not required
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
• Skilled at measuring machined features using a variety of measuring instruments
• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.

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