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Press Brake Operator

Gulf Island
Houma, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026

Description


Main Purpose:

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for operating the press brake within our fabrication shop.  This role provides bent and formed material for the pre-fabrication of generator enclosures within the manufacturing environment.


Essential Functions:

  • Set up, adjust and operate press brake machines to bend, form or punch sheet metal according to blueprints and specifications
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, blueprints, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and measurement tools to ensure accuracy
  • Select proper tooling and dies for each job and perform adjustments as needed
  • Inspect parts during and after production to verify conformance to specifications
  • Monitor machines during every procedure to ensure optimum running
  • Maintain equipment by performing basic troubleshooting, cleaning and reporting mechanical issues
  • Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
  • Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and deadlines
  • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered:

  • Earned Wage Access
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Safety Awards
  • Company Store
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


Requirements


Physical Requirements:

  • Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
  • Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
  • Pushing, pulling and reaching
  • Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements:

  • 2 years experience operating a press brake
  • Must be able to read a tape measure
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
  • Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience operating a press brake for the production of generator enclosures or other various enclosures

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

  • Press brake, tape measure, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) etc.

Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.



Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.


Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.


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