CNC Press Brake Setup Operator

CNC Press Brake Setup Operator - Level II / III

Department: Operations

Type: Full-time

Reports To: Production Supervisor

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a CNC Press Brake Setup Operator III, you’ll be a key technical contributor on the shop floor - owning complex press brake setups, ensuring quality from first piece to final run, and supporting production through expertise, leadership, and consistency. This role goes beyond operating; it’s about precision, problem-solving, and setting standards for press brake operations.

We are looking for a true expert to fill this role.

A Day in the Life:

• Set up, program, and operate CNC press brake machines for complex parts
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, job orders, and work instructions to ensure accurate production
• Select tooling, calculate bend allowances, and optimize setups for quality and efficiency
• Verify part accuracy using precision measuring tools
• Perform visual inspections to ensure parts meet specifications
• Stage materials and maintain accurate job documentation
• Collaborate with production teams to meet schedules and delivery goals
• Train and mentor Level I and Level II operators
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

You’re a Great Fit If You:

• Have strong CNC press brake setup and operation experience in metal stamping
• Can confidently read and interpret complex blueprints
• Take pride in precision, quality, and first-pass success
• Troubleshoot forming issues independently
• Communicate well and lead by example
• Prioritize safety and consistency

Required Skills & Experience:

• Advanced CNC press brake setup and operation skills
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Proven problem-solving ability
• 5+ years of metal fabrication or related manufacturing experience preferred; the more experience the better
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity for precision work

Why Work with Us?

Join a skilled manufacturing team where your expertise directly impacts quality, production success, and team development. We offer a stable work environment, modern equipment, and opportunities to grow as a technical leader.

**Department: *Operations*

Hire Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $28– $45/hr

Location: **Saint Paul, MN

You should be proficient in:

• Business-to-Business (B2B)
• Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• High School / GED
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Stamping Press
• Measurement Gauges