Press Brake Operator

Location: Gastonia, NC 28056
Pay: Starting at $17.00 per hour or higher, based on experience
Job Type: Full-Time

• 1st Shift: Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM
• 3rd Shift: Friday through Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

We are seeking experienced and dependable Press Brake Operators for manufacturing opportunities in Gastonia, NC. This position is responsible for setting up and operating press brake equipment to bend, form, and fabricate metal components according to blueprints, work orders, and production specifications.

Candidates must have at least 1 year of hands-on manufacturing experience
. Previous press brake, CNC, machining, metal fabrication, or industrial equipment experience is strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates must be able to read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and comfortably use a computer or machine control panel to load and select production programs.

Experience operating Amada, Cincinnati, Mitsubishi, Diamond, Salvagnini, or similar press brake equipment is a strong plus.

• Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend, form, and fabricate metal components according to work orders, blueprints, and production specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, measurements, tolerances, and work instructions.
• Select, install, and adjust appropriate tooling and dies based on production requirements.
• Use CNC controls, computers, or machine control panels to load, select, enter, and adjust production programs.
• Enter and adjust machine settings, including bend angles, dimensions, tooling specifications, and other required parameters.
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed to maintain dimensional accuracy and product quality.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, angle gauges, tape measures, and other precision measuring or inspection tools.
• Verify completed parts meet blueprint specifications, tolerances, and quality requirements.
• Identify and report quality concerns, machine issues, tooling problems, or production discrepancies.
• Make basic machine adjustments to correct dimensional or production issues within established procedures.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and basic preventive maintenance.
• Complete required production, inspection, and quality documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow established safety procedures and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Work effectively with production, quality, and manufacturing team members to meet production and quality goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on manufacturing experience required.
• Previous experience working with industrial machinery, fabrication equipment, CNC equipment, press brakes, machining equipment, or similar manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, production specifications, and measurements.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, angle gauges, and tape measures.
• Ability to accurately verify dimensions and determine whether parts meet required specifications.
• Comfortable using a computer, touchscreen, CNC control, or machine control panel to load and select programs.
• Basic understanding of machine setup, tooling, and production processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, quality work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work the complete assigned shift.

• Previous Press Brake Operator experience strongly preferred.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC-controlled press brake equipment.
• Experience with Amada, Cincinnati, Mitsubishi, Diamond, Salvagnini, or similar equipment is a plus.
• Metal fabrication, machining, sheet metal, stamping, or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience selecting and changing press brake tooling and dies.
• Understanding of bend allowances, angles, tolerances, and dimensional specifications.
• Vocational or technical training in manufacturing, machining, metal fabrication, or a related field.
• Basic computer…