Press Brake Operator

About the role

A well‑established precision fabrication company in Columbus is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setup Operator/Fabricator for a hands‑on setup position in a fast‑paced, high‑mix/low‑volume job shop. The role involves completing your own setups, making adjustments, and producing precision parts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 85–175‑ton CNC and ATC press brakes (Amada and Toyokoki equipment).
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints and manufacturing specifications.
• Produce parts within tolerances of ±0.005 inch and one‑half degree.
• Inspect completed parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools.
• Adjust machine offsets to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Record inspection results and part characteristics.
• Support fabrication, hardware insertion, assembly, finishing, and other shop departments.
• Operate grinders, deburring equipment, fladder finishing equipment, and related machinery.
• Use hand, power, and pneumatic tools, including rivet guns.
• Participate in on‑the‑job training and cross‑training throughout the facility.
• Follow established safety, quality, and ISO‑related procedures.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of press brake setup and operating experience.
• Ability to independently perform press brake setups and machine adjustments.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Experience working to tight dimensional and angular tolerances.
• Proficiency with calipers and micrometers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow and retain detailed instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, or manufacturing software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Amada or Toyokoki press brakes.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and quality standards.
• Two to three years of mechanical assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with hardware insertion, finishing equipment, or pallet jacks.
• Previous experience in a precision fabrication job shop.

Benefits

• Four‑day workweek.
• Competitive, experience‑based compensation ($25‑$33 per hour).
• Paid on‑the‑job training and extensive cross‑training.
• Two paid 10‑minute breaks per shift.
• Comprehensive benefits available after 60 days of full‑time employment.
• 401(k) plan.
• Well‑maintained, safe, and tobacco‑free facility.
• Modern, state‑of‑the‑art fabrication equipment.
• Exposure to a wide variety of precision components serving power, medical, technology, telecommunications, and food industries.

Pay

$25‑$33 per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

• Four‑day workweek.
• Initial training may be on first shift, Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., or a split shift, Monday–Thursday 10:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.