Press Brake Lead - $5,000.00-Sign on Bonus

Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Press Brake Lead to join our manufacturing team on our night shift. In this hands-on leadership role, you will set up and operate press brake equipment while leading day-to-day press brake operations, supporting and training operators, and ensuring production goals are met safely and to specification. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, a continuous-improvement mindset, and the ability to read and apply blueprints and work instructions to deliver consistent, high-quality parts.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily press brake operations on the night shift, ensuring safe, efficient flow of work.
• Set up and operate press brake machines to perform bending operations on sheet metal; verify correct tooling, tonnage, and bend sequence.
• Read and interpret blueprints, routings, and technical drawings to determine specifications, tolerances, and inspection requirements.
• Program and edit press brake programs as needed for various production runs; perform first-piece/first-article verification prior to release.
• Troubleshoot setup and quality issues, coordinate with engineering/quality as needed, and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat defects.
• Train and mentor press brake operators on safe operation, set up best practices, blueprint interpretation, and inspection techniques; maintain a clean, organized work area and enforce safety/5S standards.

Experience

• 5-10 years of press brake experience, including demonstrated ability to lead or support others (lead, senior operator, trainer, or similar).
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T basics and tolerance interpretation.
• Strong math skills for accurate measurements, bend allowances, and setup calculations.
• Experience performing in-process and final inspections using calipers, micrometers, angle gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Proven ability to prioritize work, communicate clearly, and drive quality and productivity on the floor; sheet metal fabrication experience is highly desirable.

Shift Schedule:

Night Shift: 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM, Monday through Thursday

Shift Differential: $2.00

Join our team today and contribute your expertise as a Press Brake Lead in a dynamic manufacturing environment!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person