Press Brake Operator

Category: Manufacturing
Location: Chattanooga, TN 37421
Pay: $22.00 Hourly
Posted: 1 week ago
Status: Open

Description

Press Brake Operator


We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Temporary Press Brake Operator to join our metal fabrication team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for operating press brake machinery to precisely shape metal components according to specifications. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator to contribute to a dynamic production environment


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 Details:

  • Temp-to-Hire position
  • $22.00 /hour
  • Full Time work available
  • First Shift (Monday through Friday from 07:00am to 04:00pm)
  • Read and accurately interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and work orders to determine machine setups and operational sequences.
  • Select, install, and adjust appropriate tooling, including punches and dies, for various bending and forming tasks.
  • Load and accurately position metal workpieces onto the press brake.
  • Operate the press brake machine to bend, form, and shape materials, ensuring precision and quality throughout the process.
  • Monitor machine operations, making necessary adjustments to settings (e.g., pressure, speed) to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Perform quality inspections on finished parts using precision measuring tools such as calipers, gauges, and protractors to verify compliance with required tolerances and specifications.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area, adhering to all safety protocols and procedures.

Press Brake Operator Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Press Brake Operator, with expertise in operating a brake press.
  • Strong ability to read and accurately interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Proficiency in using a tape measure for precise measurements.
  • Capable of performing quality checks with various measuring tools.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods throughout the shift.
  • Experience using micrometers and calipers for highly accurate measurements.
  • Applicant may be subject to a background check
  • Pre-employment drug screen is required as a condition of employment


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


Our commitment to you: to be Kind, Helpful, Respectful, Honest and Committed To Finding You Work.


How to Apply:

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


Chattanooga, TN

3261 Perimeter Dr

Chattanooga, TN 37421

(423) 954-1122

Chattanooga.TN@elwoodstaffing.com



*Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles Country Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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