Press Brake Operator

Automation Personnel Services, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-termdis

401(k) retirement plan with company

6 paid holidays after 1 year of work

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Press Brake Operator to set up and operate press brake equipment for bending steel plate according to production specs, while prioritizing quality and safety.

The role offers hourly pay from $22 to $28, full-time with temporary-to-hire status, and shifts Mon–Fri with three daily options. Benefits include weekly pay and health coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with press brake, plate-forming, or bending machines.
• Experience with heavy steel plate in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read blueprints; understand tolerances and forming requirements.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use precision tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake and plate-forming equipment.
• Review work orders and blueprints before starting.
• Select tooling, dies, punches, and set machine parameters.
• Adjust bend depth, pressure, angle, and back-gauge.
• Position and secure steel plate for accurate forming.
• Operate CNC or programmable controls and adjust programs.
• Measure parts with precision tools to verify dimensions.
• Inspect for defects and adjust as needed.
• Assist with loading, unloading, moving materials.
• Follow safety, quality, and PPE requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

CNC controls

Mechanical aptitude

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC controls

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Press Brake Operator

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Press Brake Operator for a steel tube manufacturing facility in Memphis, TN. In this role, you will set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form steel plate according to production specifications while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards.

Pay Rate

$22.00 – $28.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Schedule and Hours

Monday through Friday

• 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Press Brake Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake and plate-forming equipment to bend and form steel plate.
• Review work orders, blueprints, and production specifications before beginning jobs.
• Select and install appropriate tooling, dies, punches, and machine settings.
• Adjust machine parameters including bend depth, pressure, angle, and back-gauge position.
• Position, align, and secure steel plate to ensure accurate forming operations.
• Operate CNC or programmable press brake controls and make program adjustments as needed.
• Measure completed parts using precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect finished components for defects and make adjustments when necessary.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials using approved material-handling equipment.
• Follow all safety, quality, machine guarding, and PPE requirements.

Press Brake Operator Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous press brake, plate-forming, bending machine, or similar manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience working with heavy steel plate in an industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and production specifications.
• Knowledge of dimensions, tolerances, bend angles, and forming requirements.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and use precision measuring tools.
• Basic shop math skills, including fractions, decimals, and measurements.
• Experience with CNC controls, overhead cranes, or forklifts is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and workplace safety.

Job Type

Full-Time, Temporary-to-Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1,500 hours
• 6 paid holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1,500 hours
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching for eligible associates

Bonus Opportunity!

We are offering a $50 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must remain on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

Equal Opportunity Employer