Press Brake Operator Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Press Brake Operator for a steel tube manufacturing facility in Memphis, TN. In this role, you will set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form steel plate according to production specifications while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards. Pay Rate $22.00
- $28.00 per hour (depending on experience) Schedule and Hours Monday through Friday Available shifts: 7:00 AM
- 3:00 PM 3:00 PM
- 11:00 PM 11:00 PM
- 7:00 AM Press Brake Operator Duties and Responsibilities Set up and operate press brake and plate-forming equipment to bend and form steel plate.
Review work orders, blueprints, and production specifications before beginning jobs. Select and install appropriate tooling, dies, punches, and machine settings. Adjust machine parameters including bend depth, pressure, angle, and back-gauge position. Position, align, and secure steel plate to ensure accurate forming operations. Operate CNC or programmable press brake controls and make program adjustments as needed. Measure completed parts using precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances. Inspect finished components for defects and make adjustments when necessary. Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials using approved material-handling equipment. Follow all safety, quality, machine guarding, and PPE requirements. Press Brake Operator Qualifications and Requirements High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous press brake, plate-forming, bending machine, or similar manufacturing experience preferred. Experience working with heavy steel plate in an industrial environment preferred. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and production specifications. Knowledge of dimensions, tolerances, bend angles, and forming requirements. Ability to accurately read a tape measure and use precision measuring tools. Basic shop math skills, including fractions, decimals, and measurements. Experience with CNC controls, overhead cranes, or forklifts is a plus. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and workplace safety. Job Type Full-Time, Temporary-to-Hire Benefits Weekly Pay Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1,500 hours 6 paid holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1,500 hours 401(k) retirement plan with company matching for eligible associates Click Apply Now to submit your application or call 901-751-2323 to learn more. You can also apply in person at: Automation Personnel Services Memphis Branch 1250 N. Germantown Pkwy, Suite 121 Cordova, TN 38016 Bonus Opportunity! We are offering a $50 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must remain on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout. About Automation Personnel Services Automation Personnel Services is a trusted staffing agency with more than 30 years of experience serving manufacturing and light-industrial employers nationwide. Get that New Job Feeling! Apply Today! Equal Opportunity Employer APSMemphis #HJC
