Press Brake Operator

🔧 Press Brake Operator

1st, 2nd, or Weekend Shift | Job Shop Environment

Are you a skilled Press Brake Operator who enjoys variety, hands-on work, and running quality parts? Join a growing metal fabrication shop where your skills matter, your days stay interesting, and there’s room to grow.

We’re looking for a motivated operator to set up, program, and run CNC press brakes in a fast-paced job shop producing short‑run and custom sheet metal parts.

• Set up and operate Cincinnati and Strippit (LVD‑controlled) CNC press brakes
• Read and interpret blueprints, routings, and method layouts
• Plan proper forming sequences and select/align press brake tooling
• Program controllers for ram pressure, clearances, and backgauges
• Perform first‑piece inspections and verify dimensions using calipers and measuring tools
• Apply sheet metal math (bend allowances, dimensions, layouts)
• Document in‑process inspections and maintain ISO quality standards
• Adapt to quick part changes and short production runs
• Support other fabrication tasks (turret punches or grinding) during downtime
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace

• 1+ year of press brake experience in a production or job shop setting
• 1+ year in a metal fabrication environment
• Hands‑on experience with CNC press brakes (Cincinnati preferred)
• Ability to perform full machine setup, tooling selection, and programming
• Solid blueprint reading and inspection skills
• Comfortable using calipers and precision measuring tools
• Willingness to be flexible and cross‑trained as needed
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Experience with Cincy controllers and LVD controllers
• Experience as a sheet metal fabricator
• Experience forming .18 and .10 gauge aluminum & stainless steel
• Familiarity with ISO Quality Management Systems
• Team‑oriented mindset in a job shop environment

• Variety: Short‑run jobs and changing part numbers keep work interesting
• Growth: Clear opportunities for skill development and upward mobility
• Work‑Life Balance: Summer schedule flexibility, including four 10‑hour shifts
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Team Environment: Cross‑training encouraged — no standing around waiting for work

You’ll work in a modern job shop equipped with:

• 3 Cincinnati presses (Cincy controllers)
• 3 Strippit presses (LVD controllers)
• Forming primarily aluminum and stainless steel
• A fast‑paced, collaborative shop that values flexibility, safety, and quality

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blaine, MN.

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 Blaine,MN.

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

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.