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Brake Press Operator - 2nd or 3rd Shift (West Bend)

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
West Bend, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
Reporting to the Brake Press Supervisor this role is primarily responsible for the daily setup and operation of Cincinnati hydraulic CNC controlled press brakes in a just-in-time fabrication shop with some assistance provided. The Brake Press Operator may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate a hydraulic press or punch press for routine established work.
  • Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
  • Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from a supervisor or a lead.
  • Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations
  • Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
  • Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
  • Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
  • Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
  • Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
  • Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must have strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background.
  • Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
  • Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
  • Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
  • Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
  • Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
  • Ability to use a forklift.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
  • Work in an efficient and timely manner
  • Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently
  • Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task
  • A High School diploma or GED Equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a manaufacturing environment is strongly desired.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydralic oress and/or punch operations including basic setup is desired.

Metalcraft Of Mayville Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

PM17

Job Expectations

Physical Demands

Physical Activity

Activity

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Regularly

Average lbs.

Lift/Carry

X

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Push/Pull

X

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Reach Overhead

X

Comments: Magnet assist for lifting.

Climb

X

Squat/Bend/Kneel

X

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk/Move About

X

Occasional: 1-2 hrs./shift Frequently 2-5 hrs./shift Regularly 5-8 hrs./shif

Equipment Operated: Various hand tools, grinders, Dyanfile, sanding, overhead crane, measurement devices.

Personal Protective Equipment Required as Outlined per Company Safety (PPE)Requirements:

No Yes (Steel toe/metatarsal required)

Hearing Protection Eye Protection Safety Shoes Other: Gloves

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.

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