Night Shift Press Brake Operator — Growth & Benefits

Central Plains Steel Co.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly incentives

Full benefits package Medical, Dental,

Job summary

Central Plains Steel Co. in Wichita, KS is seeking a Press Brake Operator to form parts by bending with the press brake machine.

This full-time position is on the 3rd shift (8:30pm–7:00am) at Plant 2, and collaborates with laser operators and shipping to meet safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting correct materials, performing inline inspections, and operating multiple machines as workload demands.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to meet Level 4 (Heavy Work) capacity.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Adequate manual dexterity and coordination.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Good decision-making based on knowledge and experience.
• Lift up to 100 pounds occasionally / 60 pounds repetitively.
• Stand for extended periods and push/pull up to 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, work orders, and tooling instructions to understand machining characteristics.
• Determine processing specs (materials, sizes, tolerances, sequences).
• Ensure correct material per work orders and coordinate material handling.
• Position pieces and secure fixtures and tools.
• Monitor speeds, feeds, and tooling for operations.
• Create parts per drawings, handle different machines as needed.
• Measure pieces with calipers, micrometers, and scales for conformance.
• Perform in-process and finished product quality inspections.
• Operate safety procedures and report irregularities.
• Move materials using forklift or crane as required.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Driver's License

Manual dexterity

Reading instructions

Basic math

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Central Plains Steel Co. in Wichita, KS is seeking a Press Brake Operator to form parts by bending with the press brake machine.

This full-time position is on the 3rd shift (8:30pm–7:00am) at Plant 2, and collaborates with laser operators and shipping to meet safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting correct materials, performing inline inspections, and operating multiple machines as workload demands.