METAL FABRICATOR (PRESS BRAKE) Weekend Shift

Press Brake Operator | $21–$28/hr $3,000 Hiring Bonus | Work 36, Get Paid for 40

PVS Metals (Owen Industries) – Carter Lake, IA (Near Downtown Omaha) | Fri–Sun, 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Precision Is Your Craft. 3 Days of Work. 40 Hours of Pay.

That's not a typo. At PVS Metals, our weekend shift press brake operators work Friday through Sunday — 36 hours — and get paid for a full 40. Add in a $3,000 hiring and retention bonus and a pay range that rewards real experience, and this is an opportunity worth looking at.

If you can set up and run a press brake to tight tolerances, read a blueprint like second nature, and take genuine pride in parts that come out right the first time — we want to talk.

The Details

• Starting pay: $21.00–$28.00/hr depending on experience
• Hours: Friday–Sunday, 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Paid hours: 40 hrs/week — even though you only work 36
• Four weekdays off — Monday through Thursday are yours
• Hiring & Retention Bonus: $3,000 paid in installments

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate hydraulic press brakes according to customer requirements and job specs
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and GD&T symbols to understand part geometry and tolerances
• Achieve bend accuracy to tolerances of ±0.005" or tighter using calibrated measuring tools
• Use precision instruments including digital calipers, micrometers, protractors, and angle gauges with confidence and accuracy
• Perform in-process quality checks and document and report any deviations from spec
• Make real-time adjustments to tooling, back gauges, and bend sequences to maintain part accuracy
• Select appropriate tooling, dies, and punch profiles for each job
• Assist with part packaging and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Support continuous improvement efforts and flag process issues proactively

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on press brake operating experience — more is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to measure to 0.001" with digital calipers and hold angle accuracy within 0.5°
• Comfortable setting up jobs independently, including back gauge programming and tooling selection
• Familiarity with hydraulic press or punch operations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills and unwavering attention to detail
• Reliable team player with a proactive attitude who doesn't need to be micromanaged
• Available and committed to a consistent Friday–Sunday schedule

What's In It For You

✅ $21–$28/hr depending on experience ✅ $3,000 hiring & retention bonus — paid out over your first year ✅ Paid for 40 hours — every week — while only working 36 ✅ Four weekdays off — Monday through Thursday are yours ✅ Health, Dental & Vision insurance ✅ Life/AD&D and Disability coverage ✅ 401(k) with company match ✅ PTO and 9 paid holidays — accrual begins immediately ✅ Wellness program with premium incentives ✅ Opportunities for certifications and career advancement ✅ Clean, safe, and organized work environment

Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.

Why PVS Metals?

PVS Metals is part of Owen Industries, a decades-long leader in the steel industry — built on a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the people who make it happen. We're customer-focused to our core, and we know that the quality of our team directly determines the quality of our work. You'll find some of the most skilled and experienced people in the industry here, working in a positive, safe environment where good work is recognized and growth is supported.

🇺🇸 Veterans — You Belong Here

The technical discipline, attention to detail, and work ethic you built in service translate directly to this role. PVS Metals and Owen Industries are proud to be Veteran-friendly employers committed to providing opportunities and a supportive environment for those who have served.

Apply Now

Press brake operators with real precision skills are in high demand — and a weekend schedule with a guaranteed 40-hour paycheck and a $3,000 bonus doesn't come around often. Apply today and let's talk about what you bring to the table.

Owen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs — without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.