Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator - CNC & Forming Expert

Aerotek; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Frederick, MD is seeking a Press Brake Operator to operate CNC and hydraulic press brake machines for precise bending and forming of sheet metal. The role emphasizes safe operation, tooling management, and quality inspection on the shop floor.

Responsibilities include setting up machines, verifying setups with proving runs, and collaborating with fabrication teams to meet daily output targets. This onsite contract-to-hire position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience operating press brakes or similar equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with 5S workplace organization principles.
• Able to interpret blueprints and tolerances for sheet metal forming.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and hydraulic press brakes to form sheet metal per schedules.
• Set up presses by selecting tooling, adjusting back-gauge, and loading programs.
• Perform proving runs and verify setups meet engineering standards.
• Inspect and stage punches, dies, and tooling for production.

Skills

CNC press brake operation

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Shop math

Precision measuring

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laser equipment

Shear equipment

Punch press

Job description

Aerotek in Frederick, MD is seeking a Press Brake Operator to operate CNC and hydraulic press brake machines for precise bending and forming of sheet metal. The role emphasizes safe operation, tooling management, and quality inspection on the shop floor.

Responsibilities include setting up machines, verifying setups with proving runs, and collaborating with fabrication teams to meet daily output targets. This onsite contract-to-hire position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.