Press Brake Operators
Full-time
Willoughby, OH, USA
USD 17-24 / hour
Posted on Oct 17, 2026
Press Brake Operator – Level I
Willoughby, OH
Full-Time | $17-24/hour
Join Our Team as a Press Brake Operator!
We're looking for a motivated Press Brake Operator to join our production team. In this role, you'll assist with the set-up, operation. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build hands-on manufacturing skills.
What You'll Do
- Assist in operating production equipment to make assigned parts using press brakes and proper tooling
- Operate light metalworking machines such as shears, brakes, and punches to cut, bend, punch, or shape sheet metal
- Notify your supervisor of any product discrepancies, machine malfunctions, or tooling issues
- Track time, quantity of parts made/scrapped, and materials used for each job
- Inspect parts and document findings on required paperwork
- Keep your work area safe, clean, and organized, including returning tools and samples to their proper place
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
- CNC experience a plus
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment
- Clear oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity with company and OSHA safety requirements
- Ability to read customer drawings and understand tolerances
- Skill with measuring tools and gauges
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of machine/tooling purpose, capability, and function
- Ability to perform light machine/tooling maintenance
Schedule
- 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts
- 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Fridays available/required for overtime as needed
Physical Requirements
- Regular use of hands for fingering, handling, or feeling; frequent talking and hearing
- Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands and arms
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
- Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus
- Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts
- Work environment is noisy