Press Brake Operator

Nailor Industries; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Nailor Industries in Irvine, California is seeking experienced Press Brake Operators for its Thermal location. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of press brake operation experience and includes bending steel parts, changing tooling, and maintaining quality standards. Shifts are available during the day and night, with a schedule running Monday to Friday. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, innovative company that values craftsmanship and safety in HVAC product manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of press brake operation experience.
• Ability to read and interpret bend drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Bend steel parts ranging from 24-gauge up to 10-gauge.
• Change press brake tooling and dies as needed.
• Calibrate and program machines to meet precise bend specifications.
• Set up and operate press brake equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Press brake operation

Attention to detail

Reading bend drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nailor Industries, Inc. is known for our industry-leading, customer-focused approach to providing innovative commercial and industrial HVAC products. We manufacture a comprehensive line of products including Air Control & Distribution products, VAV Terminal Units, Green Building products, Fan Coil Units, Electric Duct Heaters, Sound Attenuators, Air Handling Units, and Filter Housings.

With multiple manufacturing facilities in Houston, TX, Nailor employs over 700 operations professionals dedicated to quality and performance.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking experienced Press Brake Operators to join our Day and Night Shift teams at our Thermal location. If you have at least 2 years of press brake experience and are looking to grow with a stable, industry‑leading manufacturer, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Bend steel parts ranging from 24-gauge up to 10-gauge
• Change press brake tooling and dies as needed
• Calibrate and program machines to meet precise bend specifications
• Set up and operate press brake equipment (primarily automated with manual adjustments)
• Restock materials and report damaged or incorrect materials to management
• Measure finished products accurately to ensure quality and uniformity
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of press brake operation experience
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Ability to read and interpret bend drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Shift: Day and Night Shift
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Hours: 10–12 hour shifts
• Overtime: As needed

Why Nailor?

Join a company that values craftsmanship, safety, and innovation. At Nailor, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in building high-quality HVAC solutions used across North America.