Press Brake Operator (2nd Shift)

Eaton Corporation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

10 paid holidays

Career progression opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is looking for a PressBrakeOperator (2nd Shift) in Williamsburg, Virginia. This role offers an hourly rate of $24–$26, plus a shift differential. You will be part of a manufacturing team responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of machinery, especially in steel fabrication.

The ideal candidate must have at least one year of press-brake experience and a high school diploma. Benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma/GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of one year press-brake machine experience, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
• Basic computer and math skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a press brake to manufacture parts from sheet metal.
• Prepare, set up, and adjust press brake per blueprints.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

Skills

Press brake operation

Metal fabrication

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Press brake

CNC machine

Laser

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a PressBrakeOperator (2ndShift). The hourly rate for this position is $24–$26 plus $1shift differential per hour. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Hours: 2PM–10:30PM

Why work at Eaton

• Health benefits and vacation time – available to use on day one of your employment!
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid bi‑weekly
• Career progression opportunities to cross‑train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Overtime opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Educational assistance program, wellness reimbursement, and more!

What you’ll do

The PressBrakeOperator will work as part of a manufacturing team to ensure daily goals and objectives are achieved in the fabrication department. This individual will be responsible for set‑up, operation, change‑over, and general maintenance of machinery in the steel shop including press brakes and lasers, and is responsible for the lay‑out, assembly, and proper forming of material per blueprints and specifications.

• Operate a press brake to manufacture parts from sheet metal or metal plates according to safe work practices, adhering to all required PPE.
• Prepare, set up, and adjust press brake as required by reading job instructions and/or blueprints to cut/form required products.
• Perform set‑ups, minor troubleshooting, and routine preventative maintenance when required.
• Assemble components of standard and engineered‑to‑order products using hand tools, pneumatic tools and move product from previous operation to next operation.
• Perform adjustments to machine, tooling, and wheels to keep product within specified tolerances per job instructions.
• Complete production documentation (first‑piece approvals, routing tags, scrap tickets, etc.) and use specified gauges to ensure proper product tolerances.
• Maintain high levels of quality and continually seek methods of improvement for all functions of the position.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma/GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of one year press‑brake machine experience (sheet metal fabrication preferred).
• For this position, Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or support (including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1 to H‑1B, H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, I‑485, etc.).
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position; only candidates within a 50‑mile radius are considered. Active‑Duty military service members are exempt from the geographic limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in metal fabrication or related work.
• Previous experience operating a press brake, laser, or CNC machine.
• Basic computer and math skills.

Position Criteria

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand wiring schematics, blueprints, and drawings.
• Able to move material as needed using material handling carts (push/pull 50lbs).
• Able to lift/carry up to 50lbs.
• Team player and able to collaborate with others to complete work assignments per customer orders.
• Willingness to participate in training opportunities.
• Practice good housekeeping to keep assigned work‑area clean, organized, and orderly.
• Perform other duties as required, including flexing to other departments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Second Chance Employment

Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their conviction history, consistent with the LosAngelesCounty Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made.

Disability Accommodation

To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation for the job search, application, or interview process, call 1‑800‑836‑6345.

Benefits Overview

Eaton provides various health and welfare benefits as well as retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.