Now hiring for a Press Break Operator
Location: Bessemer, AL
Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Metal Moves Right When You Do.

When you’re on that press brake, things stay sharp and smooth. We’ve got a crew that works clean, stays safe, and knows what hustle means. The kind of place where a good Press Break Operator in Bessemer can build something solid.

Looking for Press Break Operator jobs in Bessemer where precision and craftsmanship shape quality metal products? This opportunity lets you operate advanced forming equipment, produce accurate parts, and help support safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

Staffmark is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Press Brake Operator in our Bessemer area to operate and monitor press brake machinery used to bend, form, and shape metal sheets and components according to production specifications. The ideal candidate will have experience working with metal fabrication equipment, reading blueprints or technical drawings, and maintaining quality and safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Press Brake Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operate a CNC press brake machine
• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom dies
• Use CNC Controller to input information into machine
• Produce quality parts for assembly operations
• Identify assembly parts
• Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned
• Read drawings and blueprints to take on daily tasks
• Accurately meet daily production goals
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Technical training in metal fabrication, machining, manufacturing, or blueprint reading is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Warehouse associate experience
• Ability to safely operate press brake equipment and related fabrication machinery.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and production specifications.
• Experience using measuring instruments such as calipers, tape measures, angle gauges, or micrometers.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain dimensional accuracy and product quality.
• Commitment to workplace safety, dependable attendance, and quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous press brake operation or metal fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to read measurements, follow instructions, and interpret basic technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Experience setting up tooling, making machine adjustments, or interpreting engineering drawings is beneficial.
• Knowledge of precision measurement, quality inspection, Lean manufacturing, or preventative maintenance is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork are well positioned for success as a Press Break Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive manufacturing tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and handle sheet metal, materials, or finished parts weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to safely load materials, operate machinery, and inspect finished products.
• Ability to safely work around industrial equipment while following established manufacturing safety procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and technical skill development.

4 out of 5 of the crew said they’d bring a friend to work here. That should tell you something.

If you can handle the metal, we’ll handle the rest. Apply Now. 

What You Will Do

As a Press Break Operator you will set up and operate press brake equipment to bend, form, and shape metal components according to engineering drawings and production specifications. You will load materials, verify measurements, inspect finished parts, adjust machine settings, maintain quality standards, and support safe, efficient manufacturing operations while meeting production goals.

• Operate a CNC press brake machine 2.
• Run bend and forming operations using standard and custom dies 3.
• Use CNC Controller to input information into machine 4.
• Produce quality parts for assembly operations 5.Identify assembly parts 6.Ensure machine is calibrated and cleaned 7.
• Read drawings and blueprints to take on daily tasks 8.
• Accurately meet daily production goals 9.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment 10.
• Be able to lift 75 pounds

The Press Break Operator is responsible for producing precision-formed metal components using press brake equipment and established manufacturing procedures. This role requires mechanical aptitude, technical judgment, and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

Successful Press Break Operator professionals understand machine setup, tooling, blueprint reading, fabrication methods, and quality inspection while supporting efficient manufacturing operations. Accuracy and consistency are essential characteristics for success.

This career is ideal for individuals who enjoy fabrication, machinery, and precision manufacturing.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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