**Job Title: Press Brake Operator**
**Location: Smithville**
**Job Type: Full-time**
**Salary: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour based on experience**:
The Press Brake Operator at our Smithville-based partner company, in collaboration with Mancan Staffing, plays a vital role in our manufacturing team. This position requires solid press brake operator/set-up skills, significant experience, and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate press brake machines to form sheet steel products.
- Ensure production meets quality standards and follows workplace safety protocols.
- Utilize CNC controls and knowledge of bend allowances for precision work.
- Read and understand engineered drawings for accurate forming.
- Maintain own hand tools and lockable toolbox (company provides power tools).
- Collaborate with the team and report to the Shop Supervisor.
- May be required to deliver products to customers.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Manufacturing environment understanding.
- Knowledge of workplace safety and quality standards.
- Familiarity with bend allowances and CNC controls.
- Knowledge of the metric system.
- Proficient in the use of hand tools, including tape measure, digital calipers, and sheet metal gauges.
Skills:
- Strong math skills.
- Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings.
- Experience in setting up press brakes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Must have valid driver’s license.
Attributes:
- Positive team attitude.
- Strong work ethic.
- Self-motivated and ambitious.
- Ability to work productively with minimal supervision.
Education and Experience:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Job-related formal training in Press Brake operation and blueprint reading.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a brake press operator.
Travel/Time Away from Home:
- May be required to deliver products to customers.
Working Hours:
- First or second shift, depending on need (advance notice will be given).
Physical/Environmental Hazards:
- Exposure to heavy machinery, welding area, paint area, and noise.
Physical/Cognitive Essential Functions:
- Reading, reasoning, problem-solving.
- Ability to sit, stand, lay on the floor for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity.
- Operation of press brake machine.
- Driving.
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift, 8-hour shift, Monday- Friday with overtime as needed.

Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred).
Experience:
- CNC laser cutting: 1 year (Preferred).
Upon becoming a permanent employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- 401(k) matching contributions.
- Health insurance.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Paid time off.
- A retirement plan.
If you possess the required skills and attributes and are eager to join a dynamic manufacturing team, we encourage you to apply for this Brake Press Operator position at Mancan's client company in Smithville, Ohio.
*Mancan is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.*
Mancan Temporary Staffing Employment Agency offers our temporary employees full benefits such as paid vacation, holidays, 401K, as well as vision, dental, and medical. Some of the best companies in the area use Mancan including Fortune 500 companies. It is a great opportunity for you to get your foot in the door with some of the area’s top companies. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call us at (330)264-5375.
Apply online at www.mancan.com or stop in as we take applications Monday-Friday from 8am-3pm. Please bring 2 forms of government ID and resume with you. Mancan temporary staffing employment agency is located at 435 Beall Ave, Wooster, OH, 44691. Please call us at (330)264-5375 with any questions or send resumes to wooster@mancan.com
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