2nd Shift Press Brake Operator

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$17.50/hr - $20.50/hr

Pay: $17.50 to $20.50 per hour based on experience (+$2/hour shift differential).
Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Thursday 5:00 PM to 5:30 AM (overnight).

Mickey Truck Bodies is a premier manufacturer of state‑of‑the‑art bodies and trailers and specializes in engineered vehicles sold in over 50 countries. The company’s product line reaches industries such as food & beverage, vending, propane, rental trucks, emergency & rescue, furniture, battery, oil & natural gas, and data storage.

• Productivity and Performance Bonus
• Paid Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Employee cost share)
• Wellness Plan with Incentives
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company‑Paid Short and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Company‑Paid Basic Life Insurance with AD&D Policy
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401 K with Company Match
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance plans
• Hospital Confinement Indemnity Policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Legal Shield

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates metal press brake machines to bend, form, and shape sheet metal and plate components used in the manufacturing of truck and trailer bodies. This role requires precision, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to safety and quality standards in a fast‑paced production environment.

• Set up and operate press brake machines to bend and form metal parts according to specifications, blueprints, and work orders.
• Select, install, and align appropriate tooling, dies, and fixtures for each job.
• Verify dimensions and part tolerances using measuring tools such as calipers, protractors, gauges, and tape measures.
• Adjust machine controls and settings to ensure accurate bends and minimize material waste.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, work orders, and production schedules.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, accuracy, and conformance to specifications; make adjustments as necessary.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience operating a press brake or related sheet metal forming equipment preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably truck, trailer, or heavy equipment fabrication.
• Basic computer literacy for entering production data and reading work orders.
• Strong knowledge of press brake setup, operation, and tooling selection.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Skilled in measuring and verifying part tolerances using precision instruments.
• Understanding of sheet metal properties and bend allowances.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic math skills including geometry and trigonometry related to metal bending.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.

• Must be able to communicate clearly.
• Requires ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Requires ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, crawl, and kneel.
• Specific vision ability required includes close, distance, color, and peripheral vision with depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Manufacturing work environment with frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, noise intensity level, proximity to moving mechanical parts, and exposure to weather.

Mickey Truck Bodies and Subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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