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Press Brake Operator

Bell's Welding and Fabrication
Lafayette, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2026

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating press brake machines to bend and shape sheet metal components with precision and efficiency. Your expertise will ensure that products meet strict quality standards while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality fabrication processes in a fast-paced, innovative manufacturing setting.

Duties

  • Set up and operate press brake machines, ensuring accurate bending according to detailed blueprints and technical drawings
  • Use precision measuring instruments such as a tape measure
  • Adjust machine settings, tooling, and tooling alignment for optimal performance and accuracy
  • Conduct routine inspections of finished parts for defects or deviations from specifications, utilizing quality inspection tools
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols including proper use of hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and other equipment

Experience

  • Proven experience operating press brake machines in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
  • Ability to utilize hand tools, tooling setups, cranes, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment safely and effectively
  • Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions accurately
  • Prior experience working with quality inspection protocols to ensure product conformity
  • Familiarity with safety standards related to machining operations and material handling

Join us today to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing! Your skills will directly impact the production of high-quality metal components while advancing your career in a supportive environment that values precision craftsmanship.

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23

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