Press Brake Operator Job North Little Rock area,Arkansas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Now hiring for a Press Brake Operator

Location: North Little Rock, AR

Pay: $21 - $28 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

We're in search of a skilled Press Brake Operator with a background working in industrial manufacturing operations. Bring your skills and experience in the set-up, operation and maintenance of manual press brake machinery and equipment to this growing Little Rock , AR team! You'll bend, form, fabricate sheet metal and steel components used in heavy vehicle production. Your work ensures that parts are manufactured to engineering specifications, meet company quality standards and keep production schedules running on time!

CORE

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Set up and operate manual press brake equipment to bend, form, and fabricate sheet metal and steel
Interpret blueprints, work orders, engineering drawings, and specifications to determine bend sequences and machine settings
Select and install appropriate dies, punches, tooling, and fixtures based on production requirements
Perform machine setup, tooling changes, and first-piece inspections prior to full production runs
Measure completed parts using calipers, tape measures, squares, protractors, and other precision measuring tools
Verify components meet dimensional tolerances and quality standards
Adjust machine parameters, back gauges, and tooling configurations to ensure accurate forming operations
Safely handle large, heavy, and awkward metal components using forklifts, cranes, hoists, and other material-handling equipment
Inspect materials for defects and report quality concerns to supervisors or quality personnel
Perform routine preventive maintenance and daily equipment inspections
Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime
Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records
Follow all company safety procedures, housekeeping requirements, and quality standards
Work collaboratively with welders, fabricators, machinists, and production personnel to support manufacturing goals

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED required; related industrial machinery / equipment technical training or certifications desired
Minimum Two (2) years of direct, hands-on experience working as a Press Brake Operator within an industrial manufacturing environment skilled in set‑up, safe operation and maintenance of manual press brake machinery and equipment.
CNC experience desired but not required
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work instructions
Experience using precision measuring instruments
Knowledge of metal fabrication processes and sheet metal forming techniques
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and geometry calculations
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physically demanding work
Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced industrial manufacturing environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience operating large manual press brakes such as Cincinnati, Trumpf, Bystronic, Amada, Accurpress, LVD, Durma or similar equipment
Experience manufacturing components for truck, trailer, transportation, agricultural, construction, or heavy equipment industries
Forklift and overhead crane operation experience
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Welding or fabrication experience

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to maintain close tolerances and high-quality workmanship
Understanding of press brake tooling and bend calculations
Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings and geometric dimensions
Excellent attention to detail and quality
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Strong organizational and time‑management skills

PHYSICAL…