Press Brake Operator – 1st Shift, Contract-to-Hire

Zing Recruiting; New Jersey; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Zing Recruiting is seeking a skilled Press Brake Machine Operator for our Oakland, NJ facility. This role sets up and runs Press Brake equipment, reads blueprints, inspects parts, and maintains tooling in a fast-paced shop environment.

The position is 1st shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with occasional overtime and Saturdays. Contract-to-hire with competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of Press Brake experience in a machine shop.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Experience using calipers, protractors, and other measuring instruments.
• Forklift Certification required.
• Ability to stand for an entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be available to work occasional overtime and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Press Brake machinery according to work orders and engineering drawings.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, protractors, and other precision measuring tools.
• Make machine adjustments to ensure parts meet quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot machine and program issues as needed.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Accurately report completed work orders and inventory in Oracle.
• Maintain tooling and keep a clean, organized work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Overtime flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Protractors

Forklift

Job description

Zing Recruiting is seeking a skilled Press Brake Machine Operator for our Oakland, NJ facility. This role sets up and runs Press Brake equipment, reads blueprints, inspects parts, and maintains tooling in a fast-paced shop environment.

The position is 1st shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with occasional overtime and Saturdays. Contract-to-hire with competitive pay and opportunities for growth.