Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift

R&M Manufacturing; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth for employees

Life and AD&D Insurance

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employer-sponsored HSA

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid Time Off

Job summary

R&M Manufacturing in Buffalo, MN is seeking a dedicated Press Brake Operator for 2nd shift. You will set up, operate, and maintain a press brake to bend sheet metal to precise specifications, reading blueprints and inspecting parts for quality.

The role requires attention to detail, basic mathematical skills, and a commitment to safety in a manufacturing setting. Training is provided for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Accurately work with calipers, squares, gauges, protractors and other measuring tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints efficiently.
• Have good math ability and problem-solving skills.
• Perform precise measurements to verify conformance.
• Read work orders or blueprints for specifications and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines to bend sheet metal to specifications.
• Change dies, adjust components, and set stops when making passes.
• Measure finished parts with micrometers, gauges, or calipers.
• Read blueprints to determine materials, locations, and tolerances.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and assist with related duties.

Skills

Calipers usage

Squares

Gauges

Protractors

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

Problem solving

Job description

Job Title: Press Brake Operator

Location: Buffalo, MN

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $23.50 - $32.50 Hourly - Based on experience; 2nd Shift includes a $2.50 shift premium.

Shift(s): 2nd (3:30 PM - 2 AM) 4 Day work week, Monday - Thursday

Company: R&M Manufacturing

About Us:

R&M Manufacturing, part of the Arise Industrial Manufacturing family, was founded in 1968 to produce precision sheet metal components. With over 50 years providing excellence in sheet metal fabrication, R&M will assist with all sheet metal needs - from prototyping to production runs.

The R&M team's mission is to surpass the competition by delivering superior quality with integrity and fostering dynamic partnerships with customers. The core values emphasize safety as the top priority, investing in growth and training, operating with honesty, providing world-class service, and promoting teamwork for organizational improvement.

If you take pride in precision work and want to be part of a team that's been setting the standard in sheet metal fabrication for over 50 years, we want to hear from you.

Job Overview:

A Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a press brake machine to bend, shape, and form metal materials according to specifications. They read blueprints, adjust machine settings, and inspect finished products to ensure quality and accuracy. The role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and adherence to safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate press brake machines to bend, shape, and form sheet metal to specifications
• Set stops on machine beds, change dies, and adjust components, such as rams or power presses, when making multiple or successive passes
• Measure completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, or rulers
• Read work orders or blueprints to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
• Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• We're looking for candidates who have the foundation to succeed - whether you're an experienced operator or more entry level and ready to develop your skills. We will train the right person!
• Accurately work with calipers, squares, gauges, protractors and other measuring tools
• Have good math ability and problem-solving skills
• Read and interpret blueprints efficiently
• Perform physical actions which may include frequent bending, twisting, reaching, walking, consistent standing, and the ability to lift/carry and push/pull objects

Why Work with Us?

• We offer competitive pay and an outstanding benefits package.
• We invest in our people, offering opportunities for career growth and development. This may include learning new skills such as setups and programming to cross training in other areas of the plant.
• We offer a positive work culture with a safe environment while producing quality work efficiently.

Benefits:

• Day 1 company-provided telehealth services to all employees and family
• Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Multiple options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options (critical care, hospital indemnity, accident, etc.)
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth retirement savings plans with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming and encouraging applications from everyone. Our company participates in E-Verify to ensure a fair and inclusive employment process.