Press Brake Operator $17/Hour | Day Shift
Location: Hastings, NE
Pay: $17.00/hour
Schedule: Monday Friday, 7: 00 AM 4: 00 PM
Position Type: Temp-to-Hire
Put Your Precision and Mechanical Skills to Work
If you re comfortable working with measurements, blueprints and metal fabrication equipment, this could be a great opportunity to build a long-term career. We re hiring a Press Brake Operator in Hastings, NE for a temp-to-hire position with a consistent Monday Friday day schedule.
In this role, you ll set up and operate a press brake to bend, form, notch, punch and straighten metal according to blueprint and specification requirements. Accuracy matters, so we re looking for someone who pays close attention to measurements and takes pride in producing quality work.
What You ll Do
Set up and operate press brake equipment to form metal plates, sheet metal and structural shapes
Select, position and align dies in the machine
Adjust ram pressure and die clearance based on material thickness and required bends
Lay out setup pieces using blueprints and templates
Position workpieces and adjust backstops according to print dimensions
Set machine stops and reposition materials for successive pieces or multiple operations
Verify finished dimensions to ensure parts meet specifications
Bend, notch, punch, form, roll, arc and straighten metal as required
Devise and build temporary dies when needed
Follow safety procedures and equipment operating instructions
Skills We re Looking For
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and technical specifications
Strong understanding of measurements and close tolerances
Ability to accurately read and use:
Tape measures
Combination squares
Protractors
Vernier calipers
Micrometers
Other precision measuring instruments
Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Basic written communication skills for routine reports and correspondence
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
Ability to calculate rates, ratios and percentages
Strong attention to detail and quality
Steel-toed boots required
Build Toward a Long-Term Opportunity
This is a temp-to-hire position making it a strong opportunity for someone looking to prove their skills and work toward long-term employment. You ll also enjoy a steady Monday Friday, 7 AM 4 PM schedule with evenings and weekends free.
If you have the mechanical aptitude, measurement skills and attention to detail needed for press brake work, apply today with Associated Staffing for this Hastings opportunity!
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