Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Press Brake Operator
1st shift - $28-$34/HR
Job Description
Join a dynamic team as a Press Brake Operator in a smaller shop environment with approximately 14 team members. You will be responsible for operating a press brake, inspecting parts, and working with materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, and regular steel. The role may also involve running a punch press and performing general maintenance on press brakes. The ideal candidate will be proficient in programming, capable of writing programs from start to finish, making tool changes, and calibrating machines daily. You will work on architectural metals, creating programs with multiple bends, up to 10 line items.
Responsibilities
- Operate press brake machines and inspect finished parts.
- Work with stainless steel, aluminum, and regular steel materials.
- Run a punch press and perform general maintenance on press brakes as needed.
- Program press brake machines from start to finish, including tool changes and daily calibrations.
- Create detailed programs with multiple bends, up to 10 line items.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of press brake experience.
- Proficiency in programming parts from prints or scratch on press brakes.
- Experience with blueprint reading and fabrication.
- Machine operation skills, particularly with Accupress or similar brands.
Why Work Here?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, family-owned business that emphasizes personal growth and technical development. The company provides ample opportunity for hands-on learning and working closely with other team members. Employees can take pride in seeing their work come to life in local architectural projects. Enjoy a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401k plan with a 6% match.
Work Environment
Work in a collaborative and supportive small team environment with approximately 25 employees in total, 8 in the office, and the rest in the shop. As a family-run business, you will experience a close-knit community atmosphere.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Maple Grove,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.
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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.