Press Brake Operator (All Shifts)

Jobot; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Company bonus plan

Education assistance

Safety eyewear reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking Press Brake Operators in Bloomingdale, IL to support production of precision sheet metal components. Positions include Level I–III with pathway based on experience in setup, blueprint reading, tooling, and measurement.

First shift and second shift options available. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, 401(k) with match, a company bonus plan, sign-on bonus, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Experience with press brake setup and tooling is preferred across levels.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake equipment based on experience level.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and safety documentation.
• Follow established bend sequences to form parts accurately.
• Inspect completed parts using calipers, squares, and other measuring instruments.
• Identify defective materials and report quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Meet established quality, attendance, and production standards.
• Perform basic shop math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Assist in other production areas as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Program modification

Mentoring operators

Read and interpret instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Hemming tooling

Offset tooling

Die V-openings knowledge

Shims usage

Job description

Press Brake Operator With Industry Leader / $20-$35 Per Hour + $1,000 Sign On Bonus / Excellent Benefits, Growth Opportunities & Company Bonus

Salary: $20 - $35 per hour

A bit about us:

A industry leading advanced manufacturing company in Bloomingdale, IL is hiring Press Brake Operators across multiple experience levels. Candidates will be considered for Level I, II, or III based on their experience with press brake operation, machine setup, blueprint reading, tooling, and metal forming.

This is a first-shift opportunity supporting the production of precision sheet metal components and assemblies used in advanced technology and other critical industries.

Why join us?

• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer match of up to 4%
• Company bonus plan
• Education assistance
• Safety eyewear and footwear reimbursement

Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (1st Shift)

Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am (2nd Shift)

Job Details

Key Responsibilities for All Levels

• Set up and operate press brake equipment based on experience level
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and safety documentation
• Follow established bend sequences to form parts accurately
• Inspect completed parts using calipers, squares, and other measuring instruments
• Identify defective materials and report quality concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Meet established quality, attendance, and production standards
• Perform basic shop math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Assist in other production areas as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Level I: Entry-level candidates with mechanical aptitude are encouraged to apply
• Level II: Two or more years of related press brake experience
• Level III: Four or more years of related press brake experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Understanding of press brake tooling, including hemming and offset tooling
• Knowledge of die V-openings in relation to material thickness
• Understanding of when and how to use shims
• Ability to create or modify programs at the machine for Level II and III positions
• Previous experience training or mentoring operators is preferred for Level III
• High school diploma or equivalent

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