Press Brake Setup Technician

Jobot; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match up to 4%

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance (company-paid)

Disability coverage (short- and long‑/

Employee bonus plan

Education assistance

Shoe and eyewear reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setup Technician to join the first-shift team. The role involves independently setting up, programming, adjusting, and operating press brake equipment to produce precise sheet metal components.

The ideal candidate has extensive press brake setup experience, strong blueprint-reading and precision measurement skills, and can troubleshoot forming issues while maintaining quality and production standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of press brake setup and operating experience preferred.
• Experience working in sheet metal fabrication or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to independently set up equipment with minimal adjustments or supervision.
• Strong blueprint-reading and precision measurement skills.
• Knowledge of press brake tooling, bend sequences, and forming processes.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, adjust, and operate press brake machines.
• Install, align, and change tooling based on job specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and production schedules.
• Verify angles, dimensions, bend sequences, and completed parts.
• Use calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot process issues, clear alarms, and make minor machine adjustments.
• Complete first-piece and periodic quality inspections.
• Minimize scrap while meeting production and quality requirements.
• Train and assist operators with machine operation, inspection, and setup procedures.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Follow all machine-guarding and workplace safety requirements.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Press brake setup

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in machining or fabrication

Job description

Press Brake Setup Technician With Industry Leader / $32-$40 Per Hour + $1,000 Sign On Bonus / Excellent Benefits & Growth Opportunity

An industry leader in precision manufacturing is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setup Technician to join its first-shift team. This position is responsible for independently setting up, programming, adjusting, and operating press brake equipment to produce precision sheet metal components.

The ideal candidate has extensive press brake setup experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to troubleshoot forming issues while maintaining quality and production standards. This individual may also help train operators and provide direction when a lead or supervisor is unavailable.

Why join us

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee bonus plan
• Education assistance
• Safety shoe and eyewear reimbursement

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, adjust, and operate press brake machines
• Install, align, and change tooling based on job specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and production schedules
• Verify angles, dimensions, bend sequences, and completed parts
• Use calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments
• Troubleshoot process issues, clear alarms, and make minor machine adjustments
• Complete first-piece and periodic quality inspections
• Minimize scrap while meeting production and quality requirements
• Train and assist operators with machine operation, inspection, and setup procedures
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
• Follow all machine-guarding and workplace safety requirements
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized

Qualifications

• At least five years of press brake setup and operating experience preferred
• Experience working in sheet metal fabrication or a similar manufacturing environment
• Ability to independently set up equipment with minimal adjustments or supervision
• Strong blueprint-reading and precision measurement skills
• Knowledge of press brake tooling, bend sequences, and forming processes
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational training in machining, fabrication, or a related discipline is preferred

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