Metal Fabrication Operator — Press Brake & Punch

Vertiv Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a hands-on fabrication support associate to assist press brake and punch press operators. You will help with material handling, machine setup, and staging, ensuring parts are ready for processing.

The role requires reading basic blueprints, measuring parts with tape measures and calipers, inspecting bent and punched components for quality, and maintaining a clean, safe work area on a manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Basic understanding of measuring tools (tape measure, calipers).
• Ability to read basic blueprints and work orders.
• Strong attention to detail for quality inspection.
• Safety-conscious mindset.
• Reliable attendance.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist press brake operators with material handling and positioning.
• Support punch press operations by loading/unloading materials.
• Stage materials for press brake and punch machine operations.
• Inspect bent parts and punched components for quality.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and work orders.
• Verify bend angles and hole locations using basic measuring tools.
• Remove and stack completed parts according to specifications.
• Deburr parts after punching operations.
• Maintain organized material flow to and from machines.
• Clean and maintain work area around press brakes and punch machines.
• Sort and separate scrap materials.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Reliable attendance

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Job description

Vertiv Corporation in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a hands-on fabrication support associate to assist press brake and punch press operators. You will help with material handling, machine setup, and staging, ensuring parts are ready for processing.

The role requires reading basic blueprints, measuring parts with tape measures and calipers, inspecting bent and punched components for quality, and maintaining a clean, safe work area on a manufacturing floor.