Press Brake / Fabrication Technician

Jobot; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan

Cross-training opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Press Brake / Fabrication Technician to join a fast-paced, collaborative production team in a modern manufacturing environment. You will set up and operate CNC press brakes, read blueprints, and produce components to tight tolerances while maintaining quality.

Cross-training and growth opportunities are emphasized. This full-time role offers exposure to multiple shop processes, with comprehensive benefits and a retirement savings program.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC press brakes and complete machine setups.
• Strong blueprint reading and tolerance verification.
• Detail-oriented with quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brake equipment independently.
• Interpret engineering drawings and documentation.
• Produce components to tight dimensional tolerances.
• Verify product quality using precision measuring tools.
• Make machine adjustments and offset corrections as needed.
• Support additional fabrication operations throughout the shop.
• Assist with assembly and hardware installation processes.
• Operate finishing and deburring equipment.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and quality-focused work area.
• Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals and customer requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Tools

CNC press brake

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Measuring instruments

Job description

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Job details:

Salary: $20 - $35 per hour

Shifts: 7:00am - 3:30pm OR 3:15pm - 1:45am

Pay Range: $20 - $35 per hour depending on experience/skills

About us:

A growing custom manufacturing operation is seeking a skilled Press Brake / Fabrication Technician to join a highly collaborative production team. This role offers exposure to multiple areas of the shop, including metal forming, assembly, hardware installation, and finishing processes. Team members are encouraged to expand their skill sets through hands-on training and cross-functional development.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, precision work, and contributing to a fast-paced environment producing complex, made-to-order components for a range of industries.

Why join us?

• Modern manufacturing environment with advanced equipment
• Extensive cross-training opportunities
• Stable full-time employment with growth potential
• Comprehensive benefits package eligibility
• Retirement savings program
• Safety-focused workplace culture
• Exposure to a wide variety of fabrication and manufacturing processes

What You’ll Do:

• Set up and operate CNC press brake equipment independently
• Interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation
• Produce components to tight dimensional and angular tolerances
• Verify product quality using precision measuring tools
• Make machine adjustments and offset corrections as needed
• Support additional fabrication operations throughout the shop
• Assist with assembly and hardware installation processes
• Operate finishing and deburring equipment
• Maintain a safe, organized, and quality-focused work area
• Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals and customer requirements

Qualifications

Press Brake & Fabrication Experience

• Experience performing complete machine setups and operation of CNC press brakes
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills
• Ability to hold close tolerances and verify dimensional accuracy
• Proficiency with measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Experience making machine adjustments and troubleshooting minor process issues
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality workmanship
• Comfortable working both independently and within a team environment
• Manufacturing experience in a high-mix production setting is preferred
• Familiarity with quality management systems is a plus

Additional Manufacturing Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand, pneumatic, and power tools
• Experience with assembly, fabrication, or related manufacturing activities
• Ability to learn multiple production processes and equipment
• Experience with material handling equipment is beneficial
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout a production shift
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift materials weighing up to 75 pounds when required

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