Press Brake Operator - Fabrication

Ies Co; Ohio; On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety priority

Competitive pay

401K plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision

Disability coverage

Insurance discounts

Job summary

Freeman Enclosure Systems in Batavia, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator to join the Fabrication team. The role involves setting up and operating press brake machinery to bend sheet metal according to blueprints and work orders, ensuring accurate dimensions and tolerances.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, select proper tooling, program adjustments, and perform first-piece inspections.

Qualifications

• Operates press brake in manufacturing environments.
• Interprets blueprints, shop draws and specs.
• Understands bend allowances, deductions, angles, tolerances.
• Reads tape measures and performs basic shop math.
• Selects and changes press brake tooling as needed.
• Sets up and adjusts machinery for accurate parts.
• Maintains high attention to detail and quality.
• Performs measurements with inspection tools accurately.
• Uses hand and power tools safely.
• Follows written and verbal instructions.
• Shows reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced shop.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake to bend sheet metal per drawings.
• Read blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders.
• Install tooling, dies, and punches per job requirements.
• Program and adjust press brake settings for correct bends.
• Measure and inspect parts during production.
• Use measuring tools like tape, calipers, protractors, gauges.
• Verify material type, thickness, and dimensions before starting.
• Perform first-piece inspections and adjust machines as needed.
• Operate CNC press brakes and modify programs when required.
• Handle, load, position, and unload sheet metal safely.
• Work with galvanized steel and other sheet metal gauges.
• Identify defects or machine issues and notify supervision.
• Maintain production and quality standards to meet deadlines.
• Perform basic machine cleaning and housekeeping.

Skills

Press brake operation

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal bending

Shop math

Tolerances

Tooling selection

Machine setup

Attention to detail

Inspection tools

Hand/power tools

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

Press Brake Operator - Fabrication

Company: Freeman Enclosure Systems

Location: Batavia, Ohio

Department: Fabrication

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Freeman Enclosure Systems is seeking an experienced and dependable Fabrication Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team in Batavia, Ohio. The Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up and operating press brake machinery to accurately bend and form sheet metal and steel components used in the fabrication of electrical enclosures and related products.

The ideal candidate will have previous press brake experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to accurately measure and inspect finished parts. This position requires someone who can work independently, maintain production standards, and consistently produce high-quality components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Details

• Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form sheet metal according to blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders.
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, bend diagrams, and production specifications.
• Select and install appropriate tooling, dies, and punches based on material and job requirements.
• Program and adjust press brake machine settings to achieve proper bend angles, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Accurately measure and inspect parts throughout the production process.
• Use tape measures, calipers, protractors, angle gauges, and other measuring instruments.
• Verify material type, thickness, dimensions, and quantities before beginning each job.
• Perform first-piece inspections and make necessary machine adjustments to maintain quality.
• Operate CNC press brake equipment and make basic program or parameter adjustments as required.
• Safely load, position, and remove sheet metal and fabricated components from the machine.
• Work with various types and gauges of steel, including galvanized and other sheet metal materials.
• Identify defects, dimensional issues, tooling problems, or machine abnormalities and notify supervision when necessary.
• Maintain accurate production and quality standards while meeting established deadlines.
• Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and required PPE guidelines.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and material-handling equipment as needed.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other fabrication departments.
• Assist with other fabrication responsibilities as production demands require.

Job Locations

US-OH-Batavia

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plan
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO & Diversity

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

IES Participates in E-Verify

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Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo

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Required Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a press brake in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and fabrication specifications.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal bending and forming processes.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform basic shop mathematics.
• Knowledge of bend allowances, bend deductions, angles, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Experience selecting and changing press brake tooling.
• Ability to set up and adjust machinery to produce accurate parts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to use measuring and inspection equipment accurately.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNC press brake experience.
• Experience with CNC programming or editing existing programs.
• Experience working with electrical enclosures, sheet metal fabrication, structural steel, or industrial equipment.
• Experience working with galvanized steel and various material thicknesses.
• Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment.
• Experience performing first-piece and in-process quality inspections.
• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.