Press Brake Operator

Laser North; Hayti (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paycheck

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Discretionary bonus

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Safety training

Job summary

Laser North in Hayti, South Dakota seeks a skilled Press Brake Operator to set up and run CNC press brakes, form custom metal components, and ensure parts meet specifications. The role requires reading blueprints, editing bend programs, and maintaining safety and quality as a priority.

You will handle carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, inspect parts, and work with supervisors to meet delivery timelines. A strong work ethic and prior manufacturing experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC press brakes and reading prints.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform forklift material handling.
• Strong attention to detail with safety and quality focus.
• Self-motivated with a solid work ethic.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create bend programs and form metal components.
• Read and interpret prints and instructions.
• Form components from carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Part inspections to ensure customer specifications.
• Operate forklift for materials handling.
• Daily communication with supervisors and managers.

Skills

CNC press brake operation

Read prints/instructions

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Forklift operation

Tools

CNC Press Brake

Job description

Laser North, a laser cutting and fabrication specialist, seeksPress Brake Operatorsto join their team inHayti, South Dakota. The Press Brake Operator is responsible for effective operation of CNC Press Brakes to ensure quality product is safely produced in a timely manner.

What We Offer:

• $24.00 – $30.50 per hour based on skills and experience.
• Weekly paycheck.
• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonus.
• 401(k)retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Skills and safety training.
• Company provided apparel, plus reimbursement for safety footwear and prescription safety glasses.
• Safe, clean, and bright work environment.

What You Will Do:

The key role of the CNC Press Brake Operator is to create bend programs and form various custom metal components, as necessary, to achieve quality and timely deliveries to our customers. This includes:

• Reading and interpreting prints and instructions.
• Creating and editing simple and complex bend programs.
• Forming various components from carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Part inspections to ensure parts meet customer specifications.
• Forklift materials handling.
• Daily communication with supervisors/managers.

What We Are Looking For:

• Self-motivation and excellent work ethic required.
• Previous manufacturing or industrial-related experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand prints or instructions.
• Ability to independently handle parts up to 50 lbs. for long periods of time.
• Possess a strong attention to detail and ability to solve problems.
• Ability to balance a sense of urgency while maintaining the highest level of safety, quality and efficiency.
• Ability to follow business rules and guidelines, safe work practices, and proper lifting techniques.

Laser North is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.