Press Brake Operator — 4-Day Week + 11.5% Premium

Southern Specialties; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Shift premium 11.5%

Climate-controlled facility

Growth opportunities

Quality-focused team

Job summary

Southern Specialties in Tulsa, OK, is hiring a Press Brake Operator for the Evening Team. You will set up and run CNC hydraulic press brakes to form high‑quality sheet metal parts in a climate‑controlled shop.

You'll read blueprints, select tooling, and program machines to meet tight tolerances. The role offers a four‑day workweek (Mon-Thu) with a 11.5% shift premium and opportunities for skill growth in a precision manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous press brake, fabrication, or metal-forming experience preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts
• Ability to work independently and solve problems on the shop floor
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC hydraulic press brake equipment
• Read blueprints, layouts, sketches and work instructions
• Select and install punches, dies, and tooling
• Load and run CNC programs independently
• Produce parts that meet tight-tolerance specifications
• Deburr and finish parts as needed
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met
• Use materials efficiently to minimize scrap and waste
• Maintain a safe and organized work area

Skills

Press brake operation

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Independent work

Overtime willingness

Attendance reliability

Tools

Caliper

Tape Measure

Angle Finder

Job description

Southern Specialties in Tulsa, OK, is hiring a Press Brake Operator for the Evening Team. You will set up and run CNC hydraulic press brakes to form high‑quality sheet metal parts in a climate‑controlled shop.

You'll read blueprints, select tooling, and program machines to meet tight tolerances. The role offers a four‑day workweek (Mon-Thu) with a 11.5% shift premium and opportunities for skill growth in a precision manufacturing environment.