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Press Brake Operator - 1st and 2nd shift

General Stamping & Metalworks
South Bend, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026

The primary responsibility of the Press Brake Operator is to produce metal fabricated parts to customer print specifications using a standard process.

Additional tasks include:

·Supporting achievement of company standards in safety, productivity, and on-time production

·Recording machine code errors and communicating poor machine performance issues to the PB Technician or shift supervisor.

·Maintaining a satisfactory attendance record, as outlined in the employee handbook.

·Using inspection devices (calipers, pin gauges, check fixtures) to inspect parts, according to print and product inspection plan (PIP)

·Gathering required documents (process photos, process inspection plans, job traveler, print, and work in process parts) to successfully run the job

·Reading the print fully in order to understand tolerances, geometry, material thickness, and special instructions

·Reading job traveler for special instructions

·Labeling work in process parts and finished parts according to ISO policy

·Separating and labeling non-conforming parts according to ISO policy

·Wearing proper protective equipment, as directed by equipment or process

·Understanding safety requirements in work areas, and complying with requirements

·Using material data sheets (MSDS) effectively

·Participating in continuous improvement projects, both independently and as a team member, when requested or as the opportunity to volunteer presents  itself

·Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department maintenance as assigned

·Offering process improvement ideas

·Accurately entering job information, quantities and inspection results into the ERP systems

·Correctly clocking into and out of attendance systems

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing environment (preferred)

Strong Math skills

Salary : $19 - $24

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