Press Brake Operator

Press Brake Operator (Level I / II) – Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Kent, WA

Shift: Mon - Fri ; 6am - 2:30pm

Mon-Thurs 2pm-12:30am ($2/hr shift differential)

*Training on day shift for approx. 4 weeks*

Comp: $20 - $30 per hour

We are hiring an experienced Press Brake Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team. This role is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating a press brake to form metal parts to print and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake equipment
  
  
• Program machines and calculate bend allowances
  
  
• Select proper tooling for various metal thicknesses
  
  
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
  
  
• Inspect formed parts to ensure they meet specifications
  
  
• Identify and document nonconforming parts
  
  
• Use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, angle finders, tape measures)
  
  
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and daily equipment checks
  
  
• Package completed parts and complete required documentation
  
  
• Maintain a clean, safe work area
  
  
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE
  
  
• Level II operators may assist with training Level I operators
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of press brake experience in metal fabrication
  (Vocational/technical training may substitute for experience)
  
  
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred
  
  
• Additional experience required for Level II placement
  
  

Skills

• Strong blueprint reading skills
  
  
• Ability to calculate bend allowances
  
  
• Familiar with press brake tooling and setup procedures
  
  
• Experience with precision measuring instruments
  
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  
  
• Team-oriented with strong attention to detail
  
  

Physical & Work Environment

• Standing for extended periods
  
  
• Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs (with assistance or equipment)
  
  
• Reaching, bending, squatting as needed
  
  
• Industrial shop environment with noise, dust, fumes, and temperature variations
  
  
• PPE required (hearing, eye, hand, steel-toe footwear)
  
  
• Regular exposure to forklifts, cranes, and shop equipment
  
  

Compliance Requirements

This position requires ITAR compliance. Candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person, including:

• U.S. Citizen
  
  
• U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)
  
  
• Protected Person under ITAR

At TruFit we understand that our success is based on meeting the needs of our clients and workforce equally. We take the time to understand not only your skill set, but your values and personality as well to not just find you another job, but the TruFit for you.