Press Brake Operator

Clevanoo LLC; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Press Brake Operator at Clevanoo LLC in Arlington, TX is a full-time, on-site role focused on setting up, operating, and monitoring press brake machines to bend and form metal components used in educational furniture.

You will read blueprints, select tooling, adjust machine settings, and perform quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications, while maintaining a safe work area and collaborating with the production team to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, drawings, and job specs and use basic math for layouts.
• Experience setting up and operating press brakes or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of metal types, thickness, bending techniques, and tolerances.
• Adhere to safety rules and PPE usage in a production environment.
• Use hand tools and measuring devices like calipers, tapes, and squares.
• Stand for long periods, lift materials as needed, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Communicate clearly and work well with supervisors and teammates.
• High school diploma or equivalent is beneficial; prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn and improve processes in production.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and work orders to determine tooling and settings.
• Set up, operate, and monitor press brake machines for bending operations.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and quality, adjusting as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation and follow safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with production team to meet deadlines and improve efficiency.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematical reading

Tool selection

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Hand tools & gauges

Physical stamina

Teamwork & communication

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Tape measures

Square rulers

Job description

The Press Brake Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in Arlington, TX.

This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring press brake machines to bend and form metal components used in educational furniture.

Day-to-day tasks include reading and interpreting blueprints and work orders, selecting proper tooling, adjusting machine settings, and performing quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications.

The operator will inspect materials for defects, maintain a clean and safe work area, and follow all safety procedures and production guidelines.

Collaboration with production team members and supervisors to meet deadlines and optimize efficiency is an important part of this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job specifications, and to use basic math for measurements and layout.
• Experience setting up and operating press brake or similar metal fabrication equipment, including selecting tooling and adjusting machine settings.
• Knowledge of metal types, thicknesses, and bending techniques, with attention to dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to shop safety procedures.
• Basic skills using hand tools and measuring devices such as calipers, tape measures, and square rulers.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift materials as required, and perform repetitive tasks while maintaining focus and quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to follow instructions and provide feedback to supervisors and coworkers.
• Previous manufacturing or metal fabrication experience preferred; high school diploma or equivalent beneficial.
• Willingness to learn, adapt to new processes, and support continuous improvement efforts in the production environment.