Press Brake Operator - 1st shift

Category: Skilled Trade
Location: Forest, VA 24551
Pay: $18.00 Hourly
Posted: 1 week ago
Status: Open

Description

Press Brake Operator - 1st shift

Precision bending. Consistent results.

Company Profile

A leading provider of turnkey material handling systems and facility upgrades since 1975. Specializing in the corrugated and folding carton industries.

What's in it for you?

Elwood Staffing associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including:

  • Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
  • Holiday Pay
  • Teladoc (online care)
  • Referral Bonus Incentive
  • Weekly Pay
  • 401k
  • And More!

Press Brake Operator - 1st shift Details:

  • Temp-to-Hire position
  • $18.00 to $27.00 /hour
  • Full Time work available
  • First Shift (Monday through Friday from 05:00am to 03:00pm)
  • Set up and operate press brake machines to bend and form metal parts to required specifications
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders
  • Select proper tooling, dies, and machine settings for each job
  • Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, gauges, and other precision tools
  • Adjust machine settings to maintain accuracy and meet tolerance requirements
  • Perform first-piece and in-process quality checks
  • Load and unload raw materials and finished parts safely
  • Maintain production schedules and meet daily output goals
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and report mechanical issues
  • Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area

Press Brake Operator - 1st shift Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 1–3+ years of press brake or metal fabrication experience preferred
  • Experience working with CNC-controlled press brake machinery is a plus
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents
  • Strong math skills and understanding of measurements and tolerances
  • Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods
  • Applicant may be subject to a background check
  • Pre-employment drug screen (Excluding THC) is required as a condition of employment

*A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.

How to Apply:

Visit, email, call, or text us today! Walk-ins are welcome! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!

Lynchburg, VA

1088 Vista Park Dr

Forest, VA 24551

(434) 385-8640

lynchburg.va@elwoodstaffing.com

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