Press Brake Operator

FELIX STORCH INC; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental plans

Vision & Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 4%

Paid vacation & sick time

Section 125 Medical & Transit Check

Early-out Fridays

Job summary

Summit Appliance, a division of Felix Storch, Inc., is seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator for our Freehold, NJ facility to support a long-term career opportunity.

You will set up and operate press brake machines, read blueprints, and perform QC checks while upholding safety and productivity in a team-focused environment. Competitive pay with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing with 1+ years on press brake.
• Experience with Trumpf press brakes or folding machines preferred.
• Ability to read technical blueprints, engineering drawings, and spec sheets.
• Proficient in QC measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
• Strong mechanical aptitude, detail-oriented, safety-first mindset.
• M-Th shift 7:00-4:30, Fri 7:00-11:00.
• Pay rate $20-$23 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up, load, unload, and operate press brake machines.
• Read and interpret engineering prints to perform forming operations.
• Prepare complex setups including custom punch modifications.
• Perform QC checks using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance for peak performance.
• Monitor operations to detect issues, troubleshoot, and prevent defects.
• Maintain safety guidelines and high productivity.

Skills

Read blueprints

Quality control

Machinery operation

Safety focus

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Trumpf press brakes

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Press Brake Operator

Why join Summit Appliance?

SUMMIT Appliance (a division of Felix Storch, Inc.) is a 57-year-old industry leader in specialty appliance manufacturing. We produce high-precision major appliances, including critical vaccine, healthcare, and life science refrigeration units. We are seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator to join our dynamic, team-oriented Freehold, NJ facility for a long-term career opportunity.

Position Highlights & Benefits

• Schedule: Early-out Fridays! Mon-Thur: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Fri: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Pay Rate: $20.00 - $23.00 / hour (commensurate with experience)
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical & Dental plans (company contribution)
• 100% Paid Benefits: Vision & Life Insurance fully paid by company
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match
• Perks & Time Off: Paid Vacation & Sick Time + Section 125 Medical & Transit Check plans

Key Responsibilities

• Safely set up, load, unload, and operate press brake machines and metal fabrication equipment.
• Read and interpret technical engineering prints/blueprints to perform standard and complex forming operations.
• Prepare complex setups including custom punch modifications used in combination with specialized tooling.
• Perform rigorous ongoing Quality Control (QC) checks on parts using micrometers, calipers, and precision gauges.
• Perform routine preventative machine maintenance to ensure peak performance and minimal downtime.
• Monitor machine operations continuously to detect issues, troubleshoot, and prevent part defects.
• Maintain high productivity and strictly adhere to all company safety guidelines and standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years in manufacturing with 1+ years dedicated press brake operator experience.
• Equipment Preference: Experience with Trumpf press brakes or folding machines is strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proven ability to read technical blueprints, engineering drawings, and spec sheets.
• Measurement Tools: Hands-on proficiency using QC measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
• Attributes: Strong mechanical aptitude, high attention to detail, strong work ethic, and safety-first mindset.
• Work Shift (M-Th 7-4:30pm, Fri 7-11am)
• Pay Rate $20-$23 per hour

Pay Range

Location Freehold

About the Organization Summit Appliance (http://www.summitappliance.com/), a Division of Felix Storch, Inc. is a 50-year-old private business, located in the Hunts Point section of the Bronx. We are a manufacturer and distributor of major appliances, including vaccine, healthcare and life science refrigeration. We are adding staff to handle our recent growth, and the anticipated growth from the largest product expansion in our history.

This position is currently accepting applications.