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Press Brake Operator | 1st Shift, 2nd, & Weekend Shift Available!1st shift: 5am to 3pm Mon - Thurs | Pay: $25-30/hour2nd shift: 3:15pm to 1:45am Mon- Thurs | Pay: $25-30/hour + $3 shift differentialWeekend shift: Fri, Sat, Sun 5 AM to 5:30 PM | Pay: $25-31/hour + $6 shift differential (only working 36 hours)Job DescriptionThis role operates Amada press brake machines in a precision sheet metal fabrication environment, producing both long-run and short-run custom projects to tight tolerances.ResponsibilitiesOperate Amada press brake machines to produce precise custom sheet metal components.Work directly from blueprints and apply GD&T practices to set up and run jobs accurately.Handle a mix of long-run and short-run production jobs each day, adjusting to varying project requirements.Form sheet metal parts with thicknesses ranging from 20 gauge up to 3/8 inch while maintaining specified tolerances.Maintain familiarity with and consistently hold tight tolerances in the range of approximately ±0.0001 to ±0.002.Perform press brake setups, including selecting tooling, adjusting back gauges, and programming or adjusting machine parameters as needed.Assist with preventative maintenance for all fabrication equipment being used to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.Essential SkillsAt least 2 years of press brake setup experience, including operating and setting up press brake machines.Hands-on experience working with Amada press brake machines or similar CNC press brake equipment.Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.Practical experience applying GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) in a production environment.Experience working with precision sheet metal fabrication.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with CNC press brake programming or adjustments.General sheet metal fabrication, including working with lasers and other fabrication equipment.Exposure to a precision job shop environment with custom, small-batch, and long-run work.Strong attention to detail and a focus on producing high-quality, accurate parts.Ability to adapt quickly to different project types, products, and customer requirements.Why Work Here?Employees benefit from company-paid medical coverage, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and eligibility for two weeks of paid vacation after 90 days. The organization operates as a second-generation family business, offering a small-company feel with a strong sense of community and support. Team members enjoy working in a beautiful precision sheet metal job shop with a high emphasis on safety, including monthly catered lunches tied to safety rewards and ongoing safety initiatives.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in an extremely clean, climate-controlled fabrication job shop focused on precision sheet metal work. Employees work with state-of-the-art equipment, including press brakes and other fabrication machinery that are mostly only a few years old.Job Type & Location: This is a Permanent position based out of Vadnais Heights, MN.Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $36.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Vadnais Heights, MN.Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.
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saint paul, MN, 55127, US
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