Brake Press

Press Brake Operator – Entry Level

This role focuses on the safe setup, adjustment, and operation of brake presses and related metal fabrication equipment in a manufacturing environment. You will learn to work with various materials, follow detailed work instructions, perform quality checks using measurement tools, and support production across different areas of the facility as needed.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures and proactively identify opportunities to improve safety in the work area.
• Set up, adjust, and operate brake presses of all sizes, including specialized equipment such as Fiber Laser, Tru Punch, Tru Bend Robotic Bend Cell, and Pemserter.
• Use the computer system to access work instructions and control plans, ensuring quality check intervals are completed as required.
• Distinguish and correctly handle different material types, including aluminum, cold rolled steel, stainless steel, and galvanized steel.
• Perform accurate quality checks using micrometers, calipers, checking fixtures, height gauges, and other measurement tools to verify part dimensions and quality.
• Apply basic math skills to calculate precise dimensions needed to produce quality parts according to specifications.
• Learn to read and understand blueprints and interpret work center dispatch assignments to complete tasks correctly and on time.
• Follow directions and established processes consistently to meet performance standards and expectations for assigned work and daily tasks.
• Support production by performing other duties in different areas of the facility when workload and scheduling require.
• Maintain dependable attendance and demonstrate a self-starter attitude, actively engaging in learning new equipment and processes.

• Willingness and motivation to learn press brake operation and other metal fabrication equipment without prior experience.
• Self-starter mindset with strong motivation to learn new equipment and processes.
• Coachability and openness to feedback, with dependable attendance and reliability.
• Ability to follow directions and established processes consistently.
• Capability to meet performance standards and expectations for assigned work and daily tasks.
• Effective use of measurement tools, including micrometers, calipers, checking fixtures, height gauges, and other measurement instruments.
• Basic math skills to calculate precise dimensions and ensure parts meet specifications.
• Ability to learn and understand blueprints and work center dispatch assignments.
• Ability to distinguish between different material types such as aluminum, cold rolled steel, stainless steel, and galvanized steel.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing setting with production equipment.

• Interest in developing skills with specialized equipment including Fiber Laser, Tru Punch, Tru Bend Robotic Bend Cell, and Pemserter.
• Experience with press brake, punch press, or blueprint reading is beneficial but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality parts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a production environment.

Join a long-established company that offers a stable, supportive work environment where you can grow your skills from the ground up. You will be part of a team-oriented manufacturing setting that values safety, quality, and continuous learning, providing opportunities to train on advanced equipment and build a solid foundation for a career in metal fabrication.

This position is based in a manufacturing setting that uses press brakes, punch presses, Fiber Laser, Tru Punch, Tru Bend Robotic Bend Cell, Pemserter, and a variety of measurement tools. You will work around metal fabrication equipment and different material types, following structured processes and safety protocols. The environment is production-focused, with an emphasis on consistent quality, adherence to work instructions, and collaboration across different areas of the facility.

This is a Permanent position based out of Hartford, WI.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr.

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 Hartford, WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.