Press Brake Operator

PEKO Precision Products; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Total Rewards

Tuition Reimbursement

401K, Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Life, Short and Long-Term Disability

Recognition Awards & Discretionary Ben

Job summary

PEKO Precision Products in Rochester, NY is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up, adjust, and run our press brake machines for prototype and short- to long-run parts.

You will read blueprints, apply GD&T, work independently or with the team, and may assist other sheet metal areas as needed. Reports to Sheet Metal Supervisor.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of press brake experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and adjust machines to ensure quality parts.
• Read blueprints and apply knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Works independently and with team members to help get difficult jobs done.
• Able to float and help in different sheet metal departments as needed.

Skills

Press brake operation

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Cross-department support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Amada-type machines

Panel bender

Slip roll

Job description

PEKO Precision Products: We Make Products That Matter

PEKO is a full-service, debt-free, privately-owned contract manufacturer with over 50 years embedded in the Rochester, NY community. In collaboration with our valued business partners, we deliver new product introduction (NPI) strategies for product commercialization and provide solutions in the medical, industrial, defense, and renewable energy industries. Enriching life is a crucial component of what we do daily.

The Opportunity: Press Brake Operator

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for the set-up, adjustment, and operation of our press brake machines to perform a wide variety of prototype jobs, short run parts, and long run parts. The operator will need to inspect parts and make adjustments to ensure adherence to quality standards. May also be asked to help in other areas such as: machining, pemming, laser/deburring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Set up, run, and adjust machines to ensure quality parts
• Read blueprints and apply knowledge of GD&T principles
• Works independently and with team members to help get difficult jobs done.
• Able to float and help in different sheet metal departments as needed.

Reports To: Sheet Metal Supervisor

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of press brake experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Amada-type machines a plus
• Panel bender and slip roll knowledge a plus

Work Authorization

• US Persons
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future

PEKO Perks

• Competitive Total Rewards
• Tuition Reimbursement (IRS Allowable pre-tax Max)
• 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Life, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Recognition Awards & Discretionary Benefits

Our Core Values

Agility

We are committed to maintaining a financially prudent and adaptable organization, ready to meet evolving challenges with confidence.

Compassion

We care deeply for our talented and loyal PEKO family, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Endurance

We believe in the resilience of our people—problem solvers who shape the future through perseverance and innovation.

Integrity

We uphold transparency, honesty, and respect in all interactions with employees, customers, and stakeholders.

Safety

We prioritize a safe, clean, and positive work environment where every team member can thrive.

Salary Range

A reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position is $24-$28/hour.

The wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions, including skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, as well as other business and organizational requirements.

Other

• This position may require you to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested or assigned, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
• Project a positive and professional image of the company and of management to employees at all levels.

PEKO Precision Products, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training.