Press Brake Operator

Aerotek; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Press Brake Operator for our Lincoln, NE facility. You will set up hydraulic CNC press brakes and punch presses, form sheet metal parts to prints, and verify dimensions against blueprints in a fast-paced, high-volume shop.

The role requires 6+ months of blueprint reading, CNC operation, and PLC setup experience, and you must be able to lift 60+ pounds. Shift is third, onsite, with comprehensive safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Blueprint reading experience required (6+ months).
• 6+ months use of measurement tools (calipers, protractors).
• 6+ months operating a press brake or punch press.
• 6+ months CNC machine operation experience.
• 6+ months setting up machines with PLC programs, including editing programs.
• Ability to lift 60+ pounds safely and repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Set up hydraulic CNC press brakes and punch presses per work instructions.
• Form sheet metal parts to print specifications, ensuring accuracy.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to determine requirements and settings.
• Document production progress and quality checks.
• Maintain high efficiency in a high-volume environment while meeting safety standards.
• Minimize scrap and strive for zero scrap through proper setup and operation.
• Identify material defects and escalate issues as needed.
• Use measurement tools to verify part dimensions.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Press brake operation

CNC machine operation

PLC programming

Lifting 60+ lbs

Job description

Press Brake Operator

This role involves setting up and operating hydraulic CNC press brakes and punch presses to form sheet metal parts according to engineering prints. You will document production progress, maintain high efficiency in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, minimize scrap, and proactively identify material defects throughout production runs.

Responsibilities

• Set up hydraulic CNC press brakes and punch presses according to work instructions and production requirements.
• Form sheet metal parts to print specifications, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all dimensions.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions to determine part requirements and machine settings.
• Document production progress, including part counts, quality checks, and any issues encountered during the run.
• Maintain efficiency in a high-volume production environment while meeting quality and safety standards.
• Keep scrap levels to a minimum and actively work toward achieving zero scrap through proper setup and operation.
• Identify material defects and quality issues during production runs and elevate concerns as needed.
• Use measurement tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, protractors, and dial calipers to verify part dimensions.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 6+ months of blueprint reading experience.
• Minimum 6+ months of experience using measurement tools such as protractors, calipers, and dial calipers.
• Minimum 6+ months of experience operating a press brake or punch press.
• Minimum 6+ months of CNC machine operating experience.
• Minimum 6+ months of experience setting up machines with PLC programs, including the ability to edit programs.
• Ability to lift 60+ pounds safely and repeatedly.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, spacious, climate-controlled facility that supports comfort and focus throughout your shift. The team-based environment encourages collaboration, skill development, and consistent production quality. Structured orientation helps you integrate smoothly, while clear processes and expectations create a stable, well-organized workplace where safety and precision are valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, spacious sheet metal fabrication facility equipped with hydraulic CNC press brakes, punch presses, shear presses, lasers, and related CNC machinery. The workspace has both heat and air conditioning to maintain a comfortable temperature. You will work Monday through Friday on the third shift, typically from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m, with a team size of about 10 people per shift. Dress code includes steel-toe or composite-toe footwear, jeans or docker-style pants (no sweatpants or leggings due to safety and durability concerns), and safety glasses; fingernails must be shorter than 2 inches, and earbuds cannot be worn on the production floor. Smoking is only allowed in personal vehicles. Cell phones are not permitted on the production floor and must be stored in a locker or in your car. New hires participate in a first-day orientation class from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Monday, arriving by 6:45 a.m. to park and enter, then return the following day to begin their normal shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.