Press Brake Operator

Staffmark Group; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Ins

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional development and on-thejob

Job summary

Staffmark Group in North Little Rock, AR is hiring a Press Brake Operator to set up, program and run manual press brakes, bending sheet metal to tight tolerances for heavy vehicle components.

This full-time role offers daytime hours (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM) with pay ranging from $21 to $28 per hour. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience, blueprint reading skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lb in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of hands-on press brake experience.
• CNC experience is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication and sheet metal forming.
• Basic math including fractions and geometry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual press brake equipment to bend and fabricate sheet metal.
• Interpret blueprints, work orders, drawings to determine bend sequences and settings.
• Install dies, punches, tooling, and fixtures based on production needs.
• Perform machine setup, tooling changes, and first-piece inspections.
• Measure parts with calipers, tapes, squares, and other precision tools.
• Verify components meet tolerances and quality standards.
• Adjust machine parameters and tooling for accurate forming.
• Safely handle heavy components with forklifts and cranes.
• Inspect materials for defects and report quality concerns.
• Perform preventive maintenance and daily equipment inspections.
• Troubleshoot machine and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain production, quality, and maintenance records.
• Follow safety, housekeeping, and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with Welders, Fabricators, Machinists, and Production staff.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Geometric tolerances

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC experience

Job description

Now hiring for a Press Brake Operator

Location: North Little Rock, AR

Pay: $21 - $28 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

We're in search of a skilled Press Brake Operator with a background working in industrial manufacturing operations. Bring your skills and experience in the set-up, operation and maintenance of manual press brake machinery and equipment to this growing Little Rock , AR team! You'll bend, form, fabricate sheet metal and steel components used in heavy vehicle production. Your work ensures that parts are manufactured to engineering specifications, meet company quality standards and keep production schedules running on time!

CORE DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate manual press brake equipment to bend, form, and fabricate sheet metal and steel
• Interpret blueprints, work orders, engineering drawings, and specifications to determine bend sequences and machine settings
• Select and install appropriate dies, punches, tooling, and fixtures based on production requirements
• Perform machine setup, tooling changes, and first-piece inspections prior to full production runs
• Measure completed parts using calipers, tape measures, squares, protractors, and other precision measuring tools
• Verify components meet dimensional tolerances and quality standards
• Adjust machine parameters, back gauges, and tooling configurations to ensure accurate forming operations
• Safely handle large, heavy, and awkward metal components using forklifts, cranes, hoists, and other material-handling equipment
• Inspect materials for defects and report quality concerns to supervisors or quality personnel
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and daily equipment inspections
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records
• Follow all company safety procedures, housekeeping requirements, and quality standards
• Work collaboratively with welders, fabricators, machinists, and production personnel to support manufacturing goals

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required; related industrial machinery / equipment technical training or certifications desired
• Minimum Two (2) years of direct, hands-on experience working as a Press Brake Operator within an industrial manufacturing environment skilled in set‑up, safe operation and maintenance of manual press brake machinery and equipment.
• CNC experience desired but not required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work instructions
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Knowledge of metal fabrication processes and sheet metal forming techniques
• Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and geometry calculations
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physically demanding work
• Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced industrial manufacturing environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience operating large manual press brakes such as Cincinnati, Trumpf, Bystronic, Amada, Accurpress, LVD, Durma or similar equipment
• Experience manufacturing components for truck, trailer, transportation, agricultural, construction, or heavy equipment industries
• Forklift and overhead crane operation experience
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
• Welding or fabrication experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to maintain close tolerances and high-quality workmanship
• Understanding of press brake tooling and bend calculations
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings and geometric dimensions
• Excellent attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing and walking for 8-10 hour shift
• Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting
• Ability to wear and perform work duties using required personal protective equipment (PPE)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Industrial manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, dust, vibration, and varying temperatures working around fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly operations
• Overtime work may be required to meet production schedules

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Professional development and on-the-job training

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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