**Job Title: Press Brake Operator** **Job Description** The Press Brake Operator at our custom manufacturing company is responsible for operating press brakes to bend and form sheet metal as specified by blueprints, programs, layouts, and work instructions. **Responsibilities** + Set up and run complex bend and forming operations on Cincinnati and Amada Press Brakes. + Determine the appropriate tooling combination to achieve required dimensions on sheet metal parts. + Keep equipment operational by completing preventative maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions and guidelines, and troubleshooting malfunctions. + Utilize other manufacturing equipment and machines as needed, such as rolls, overhead cranes, and various hand tools. + Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. + Comply with relevant Quality and Safety programs, such as ISO-9001. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency with shear and press brake machines. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Experience with brake press machines and sheet metal operation. + Competence with tape measures and machine operation. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 1 or more years of experience as a Press Brake Operator. + Ability to read and understand blueprints and specifications to complete tasks independently. + Capability to lift up to 50 lbs. with frequent bending, stooping, and twisting. + Strong mathematical skills and proficiency in using a tape measure, rule, and square. + Full participation in and support of the Quality System. **Why Work Here?** Experience working on exciting projects for renowned organizations, such as building control rooms for NASA and shotgun boxes for secret service cars. Enjoy a supportive culture where foremen work closely with individuals to help them excel in their positions. Benefit from leadership that invests time in teaching employees skills they are interested in learning. Enjoy 100% paid health insurance for you and your family. **Work Environment** The facility is clean and well organized, providing a conducive environment for efficient and safe work practices. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bay City, Michigan. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Bay City,MI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.