Press Brake Operator

Press Brake Operator Job Description As a Press Brake Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating fabricating machines such as shears, brake presses, bending rolls, and punch and drill presses to cut, bend, and form sheet metal. You will observe machine operations to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Fabrication Supervisor, and perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per the maintenance charts. Maintaining a clean and orderly work area and equipment while following safety protocols is also crucial. Responsibilities Set up and operate fabricating machines such as shears, brake presses, bending rolls, and punch and drill presses. Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions. Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Fabrication Supervisor. Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Essential Skills Experience with brake press setup and operation. Familiarity with Amada press and fabrication processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications Welding experience is a plus. Why Work Here? This company has experienced consistent growth over the past five years, offering a family-owned yet expanding environment. There are ample opportunities for advancement, especially with impending retirements, as many current managers started as hourly employees. Employees receive pay increases each November and cash bonuses based on sales each March. Benefits include health insurance with medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K with a matching contribution, and vacation days. Employees appreciate the smaller company feel and the company's commitment to investing in new equipment and stability, with no layoffs during the pandemic. Work Environment This position operates on the first shift, Monday through Thursday from 5 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some work possible on Fridays. The machining team consists of about 26 people with staggered shift times. The dress code includes jeans and a work T-shirt. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, Illinois. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2025. About Aerotek: 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.