Press Brake Operator - 1st Shift

Wasserstrom; Northwest Township (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

N. Wasserstrom in Ohio is seeking a Brake Press Operator to set up and operate shop machinery (saws, CNC routers, edge banders) to fabricate metal or wood parts. You will read specifications, follow verbal instructions, and work in a designated area while supporting other departments as needed.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and 1–3 months of related experience or training. Safety, quality, and teamwork are emphasized in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret basic drawings/ specifications.
• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 months related experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to operate shop machinery safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate shop machinery to fabricate parts and products
• Load/unload materials onto machines
• Complete basic maintenance and upkeep on machines
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace/shop
• Check work through measuring tools and quality control procedures
• Work with build documents and basic drawings

Skills

Reading tape measure

Fractions mastery

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Saws

CNC routers

Edge banders

Job description

Founded in 1902, N. Wasserstrom is a national leader in the manufacturing and distribution of foodservice equipment and supplies. From design through installation, we operate as a global supplier, custom manufacturer, and consolidator of fixtures, furniture, and equipment, delivering flexible solutions to the places where people eat, sleep, work, play, shop, and gather.

Our success is driven not just by our national presence, buying power, regional consolidation, logistics operations, creative expertise, and innovative engineering, but by our people. Guided by our core values of Attitude, Effort, Trust, Innovation, and Family, we bring a positive, can-do mindset rooted in teamwork, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives. We give our best every day by being responsive, resourceful, and resilient, standing by our word and taking ownership of our work. We embrace continuous improvement, encourage new ideas, and learn from mistakes as we push into new territory.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for setting up and operating shop machinery to fabricate metal or wood parts for products. Examples of shop machinery include, but is not limited to, saws, CNC routers, and edge banders. Brake Press Operators must be able to read and interpret specifications for parts or products and follow verbal instructions. Brake Press Operators are assigned to a specific area in the manufacturing plant but may also work with other departments. Brake Press Operators may perform other tasks as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate shop machinery to fabricate parts and products
• Load/unload materials onto machines
• Complete basic maintenance and upkeep on machines
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace/shop
• Check work through measuring tools and quality control procedures
• Work with build documents and basic drawings

Experience and Education:

• Minimum - High School or GED
• Minimum - 1 - 3 months related experience and/or training

Position Requirements:

• Knowledge of machines used for metal or wood production, such as saws, CNC routers, and edge banders
• Mechanically inclined; ability to work with shop machinery and basic hand tools
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16th of an inch
• Ability to add and subtract fractions
• Communicates well with others; speaks and writes clearly; asks for and offers help when needed
• Interpersonal; resolves questions and concerns in a professional manner; maintains confidentiality
• Detail oriented; meets quality standards and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Organized; completes work in a timely manner; able to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Problem-solver; gathers and analyzes information skillfully and generates suggestions for improving work
• Capable of working independently and as a member of a team; contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Observes and follows safety procedures

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