Press Brake Setup Operator – 1st or 2nd Shift

Pay:$27–$33/hour

Schedule: Monday–Thursday (4-day workweek)

About the Role

We’re hiring a skilled Press Brake Setup Operator to join our team in a precision-focused fabrication shop. You’ll be responsible for setting up and operating various press brakes, including Cincinnati models, working with sheet metal ranging from 20 gauge to 3/8\". This role offers a mix of long and short run jobs and requires a strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate press brake machines, including Cincinnati modelsInterpret blueprints and apply GD&T practices for accurate fabricationHandle both long-run and short-run jobs dailyMaintain tolerances within +/-1 degreeAssist with preventative maintenance of fabrication equipment

What You Bring

Minimum 2 years of experience in press brake setupProficiency in GD&T and blueprint readingAbility to lift up to 50 lbsStrong attendance record and solid references

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in precision sheet metal fabricationFamiliarity with car-type mechanical systems

Why You’ll Want to Work Here

Company-paid medical benefits401(k) with company matchTwo weeks of paid vacation after 90 daysMonthly catered lunches as part of our safety rewards programSupportive, second-generation family-owned business with a small company feelHigh emphasis on safety and employee well-being

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $68500.00/yr.

- Company paid medical benefits
- Beautiful sheet metal precision job shop
- 401K matching
- 2 weeks paid vacation is eligible after 90 days
- 2nd generation family business, so it still has a small company feel
- Monthly company catered lunch for safety rewards, and a high focus on shop safety

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in White Bear Lake,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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