Press Brake Setup Technician - On‑Site, $32-$40/hr

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Bonus plan

Education assistance

Safety shoe reimbursement

Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setup Technician in Bloomingdale, IL for a permanent, on-site role. You will set up, program, adjust, and operate press brake machines, read blueprints, and ensure quality parts.

Training operators and maintaining documentation are part of the job. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $32–$40, eligibility for a $1,000 sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, life and disability

Qualifications

• Five years of press brake setup and operating experience preferred.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication or 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational training in machining, fabrication, or related discipline preferred.

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

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Independent setup

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in machining or fabrication

Job description

Jobot is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setup Technician in Bloomingdale, IL for a permanent, on-site role. You will set up, program, adjust, and operate press brake machines, read blueprints, and ensure quality parts.

Training operators and maintaining documentation are part of the job. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $32–$40, eligibility for a $1,000 sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, life and disability