Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator — Press Brake Specialist

Eagle Metalcraft Inc; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Metalcraft Inc in the Syracuse area seeks an experienced Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator to join our production team. This role emphasizes forming and press brake operations with hands-on setup, blueprints, and tight tolerances.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of fabrication experience, reads blueprints, uses calipers, micrometers, and height gauges, and can work Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The position pays $20.00–$33.00 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of precision sheet metal fabrication experience, including hands‑on press brake setup and forming.
• Ability to independently set up equipment and produce parts to drawing specifications and tolerances.
• Strong blueprint and technical drawing reading skills.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Working knowledge of basic shop math and the ability to calculate dimensions.
• TIG welding experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and stand and/or sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brakes and other sheet metal fabrication equipment to produce parts according to drawings, specifications, and required tolerances.
• Perform sheet metal forming operations, including selecting proper tooling, determining setups, and completing bend sequences.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and job specifications.
• Use precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, and height gauges, to verify part dimensions and quality.
• Identify and resolve fabrication or setup issues while maintaining production schedules and quality standards.
• Operate additional fabrication equipment and processes as needed, which may include laser equipment, CNC punch presses, shears, drills, hardware insertion equipment, sanding, deburring, and grinding.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Work collaboratively with other production team members and assist with additional fabrication responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Press brake setup

Blueprints reading

Measuring with tools

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Laser equipment

CNC punch presses

Sanding equipment

Deburring equipment

Grinding equipment

Job description

Eagle Metalcraft Inc in the Syracuse area seeks an experienced Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator to join our production team. This role emphasizes forming and press brake operations with hands-on setup, blueprints, and tight tolerances.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of fabrication experience, reads blueprints, uses calipers, micrometers, and height gauges, and can work Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The position pays $20.00–$33.00 per hour, based on experience.