Precision Press Brake Operator — Great Pay & Benefits

Unified Prince; Byron (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Team Meetings

Team Events & Activities

Bonus Incentive Program

Community Service Day

Awesome Company Culture

Job summary

Unified Defense in Byron, GA is seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator to join our team. The role focuses on bending, forming, and inspecting parts while adhering to safety and quality standards.

This position runs Fri–Sun, 6:00am–6:30pm, with emphasis on precision and reliable tooling setup. Ideal candidates will read engineering drawings, interpret bend sequences, and perform measurements with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Pass a tape measure test.
• Experience operating press brake equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of press brake tooling and dies.
• Ability to perform precise measurements and mathematical calculations.
• Familiarity with various metals.
• Basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machinery to bend, form, and shape metal components.
• Select, install, and verify appropriate tooling and dies for each job.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to determine bend sequence and requirements.
• Assist monitor machine operation to ensure parts meet quality and dimensional standards.
• Make machine adjustments as needed to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of press brake equipment; inspect finished parts for conformance.
• Identify and report material, tooling, or machine issues to supervision.
• Collaborate with team to troubleshoot production or equipment issues.
• Follow safety protocols, PPE requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Tape measure test

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Mathematical calculations

Physical stamina

Tools

Press brake machinery

Tooling & dies

Job description

Unified Defense in Byron, GA is seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator to join our team. The role focuses on bending, forming, and inspecting parts while adhering to safety and quality standards.

This position runs Fri–Sun, 6:00am–6:30pm, with emphasis on precision and reliable tooling setup. Ideal candidates will read engineering drawings, interpret bend sequences, and perform measurements with accuracy.