Brake Press Operator

Job Title: Brake Press Operator - 1st shift - Up to 25/hr

Job Description

The Brake Press Operator sets up and operates metal fabrication equipment to cut, form, and prepare parts for processing and shipment. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints, operating CNC press brakes, bandsaws, and CNC plasma cutters, and performing quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications. The operator also handles material movement, deburring, and general housekeeping to maintain a safe and efficient production area.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bandsaw using blueprints to cut material to specified lengths.
• Set up and operate a CNC press brake to form parts according to blueprints and work instructions.
• Operate a CNC plasma cutter to cut stock sheet material to required dimensions.
• Load, offload, and organize cut parts onto carts and pallets for further processing and shipment.
• Sort parts onto appropriate carts and pallets to support efficient workflow and order fulfillment.
• Use deburring machinery to remove burrs and sharp edges from parts, ensuring safe handling and quality finishes.
• Operate an overhead crane to safely move parts and materials within the facility.
• Perform quality checks using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Use tape measures, hand tools, and inspection tools to confirm accuracy and consistency of fabricated parts.
• Follow blueprints and fabrication drawings to ensure parts meet design specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by regularly cleaning equipment and surrounding workspace.
• Collaborate with team members and follow production priorities to meet deadlines and support continuous workflow.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating a brake press, CNC plasma cutter, or bandsaw in a production or fabrication environment (brake press experience preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings accurately.
• Hands-on experience performing quality checks using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Proficiency in using tape measures and common hand tools for measuring and fabrication tasks.
• Experience operating an overhead crane to move parts and materials safely.
• Experience in machine operation and production work, particularly in metal fabrication.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality parts.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar machine shop or fabrication environment.
• Experience with CNC press brakes, CNC saws, and plasma cutters in a custom fabrication setting.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes related to conveyor lines and systems.
• Comfort working with inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges for dimensional verification.
• Strong reliability and attendance record in prior roles.
• Willingness to work in a union environment and follow established attendance and workplace policies.

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to join a growing organization with strong sales performance and a stable workload. Employees benefit from a union environment with clear structure, competitive benefits, and long-term financial incentives. The facility provides weekly pay, affordable healthcare contributions, and a progressive vacation schedule that increases with tenure, with unused days paid out annually. Team members gain access to a 401(k) plan after six months and are eligible for annual bonuses based on company performance, supporting both short-term and long-term financial well-being.

Work Environment

The facility focuses on custom fabrication and the building of conveyor lines and systems for industries such as bottling, food, and paper. This is a direct hire, hourly position on a first shift schedule, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The shop operates as a union environment, with membership and associated benefits starting after a 60-day period. Work involves operating CNC press brakes, bandsaws, CNC plasma cutters, deburring equipment, and overhead cranes in a production setting. The environment emphasizes safety, consistent attendance, and adherence to established policies, including a structured attendance standard. Employees work with metal fabrication equipment and materials in a shop setting that requires safe work practices, proper use of tools and machinery, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterville, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Waterville,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.