Press Brake Setup Operator — Onsite, 1st Shift, Weekly Pay

Aerotek; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a press brake machine set up operator to start immediately. You will set up and operate a press brake to form sheet metal parts per drawings, review orders, select tooling, and ensure first-piece and in-process quality.

This full-time contract-to-hire role offers weekly pay and a clear path to permanent employment. The schedule is 1st shift 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with competitive pay in the $28–$35 per hour range.

Qualifications

• Set up and operate a press brake to form sheet metal parts to specified angles and dimensions.
• Review work orders, drawings, bend sequences, and job requirements before starting production.
• Select and install punches, dies, and tooling according to the job and machine procedures.
• Verify first-piece parts and perform in-process checks using measuring tools and gauges.
• Make approved adjustments to achieve required dimensions and consistent part quality.

Responsibilities

• Monitor parts for dimensional accuracy, surface damage, and other defects.
• Handle parts carefully and keep completed work identified and organized for the next operation.
• Report tooling issues, machine concerns, material problems, and quality discrepancies promptly.
• Follow lockout/tagout, machine guarding, PPE, and all applicable safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area and complete required production or quality documentation.

Job description

Aerotek in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a press brake machine set up operator to start immediately. You will set up and operate a press brake to form sheet metal parts per drawings, review orders, select tooling, and ensure first-piece and in-process quality.

This full-time contract-to-hire role offers weekly pay and a clear path to permanent employment. The schedule is 1st shift 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with competitive pay in the $28–$35 per hour range.