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Plate Rolling & Brake Press Technician

Mason Manufacturing & Fabrication

Decatur, IL 62526 • $23.00 to $29.00 / hr • 9/10/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Are you the expert who can turn heavy plate into precision partssafely and consistently?

If you’re looking for a stable, predictable schedule and the chance to shape custom pressure vessels, read on.

Is this you?
  • Rolled plate from 3/16" to 1" thick and formed diameters up to 120"?
  • Set up and run a brake press with confidence?
  • Comfortable operating a 1/2" shear (or eager to learn)?
  • Read blueprints and translate specs into action?
  • Operate CNC tooling and manage heavy material safely (forklift licensed)?
  • Communicate clearly and work well both independently and on a team?
What you’ll do
  • Roll plate accurately across a range of thicknesses and diameters.
  • Set up and operate the brake press to form components per spec.
  • Use plasma cutting and plate layout to keep projects moving.
  • Support welding operations (experience preferred) and pursue weld certifications as needed.
  • Follow job specifications independently and collaborate with teammates.
  • Operate within our quality control system and align with applicable ASME practices.
  • Stay safety-focused and practice sound heavy material handling at all times.
Learn & certify here (we train)
  • Plasma cutting
  • Blueprint reading
  • Plate layout
  • Applicable weld certifications
  • Basics of applicable ASME Codes
What you’ve done
  • Hands-on experience: plate rolling, brake press, shear operation, plasma cutting, welding.
  • Welding within an ASME Code environment (highly desirable).
  • Welded pressure vessels or large structural products (highly desirable).
  • Demonstrated dependability; strong basic math and reading skills.
  • Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient with CNC tooling; heavy material handling; forklift licensed; blueprint literate.
Tools you’ll touch
  • Press Brake
  • CNC Plasma Cutter
  • Plate Roller
  • Vertical Lathe
Why you’ll love it here
  • Stable, predictable work schedule.
  • Competitive compensation based on demonstrated skills and capabilities (not time-based).
  • Exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and optional supplemental policies.
  • 401(k) with match; company-paid STD/LTD/Life Insurance (1x salary).
  • Company profit sharing; paid vacation and holidays.