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Schroff Inc.
Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift
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What they do
A Press or Press Brake Operator operates a press brake, a machine used to bend sheet metal into shape.
$44,054 / year median in Rhode Island
-4% projected decline
Job Description
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Build. Create. Shape What's Next. Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, solving problems, and seeing the results of your work every day? As a Press Brake Operator, you'll operate sophisticated metal fabrication equipment to help build products used around the world. Whether you're an experienced operator or looking to grow your manufacturing career, this is an opportunity to develop valuable technical skills while working alongside a supportive team. What You'll Do 🔧 Operate & Troubleshoot Equipment Set up and run press brakes and other fabrication equipment. Read blueprints and work instructions to ensure quality and accuracy. Monitor production and make adjustments to keep parts within specification. 🛠️ Maintain Equipment & Workspace Perform basic machine maintenance and safety checks. Keep your work area clean, organized, and efficient. ✅ Deliver Quality & Work Safely Inspect products to ensure they meet quality standards. Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE. 🚚 Keep Production Moving Safely move materials and support efficient workflow throughout the production area. 🤝 Support the Team Share knowledge, assist with training, and collaborate with teammates. Take on new challenges and opportunities to grow your skills. What Will Help You Succeed Required ✅ Press brake operating experience ✅ Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills ✅ Ability to read work instructions and blueprints ✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team Preferred ⭐ Sheet metal fabrication experience ⭐ Familiarity with metric blueprint dimensioning Why You'll Love It Here 🌟 Learn valuable technical skills 🌟 Grow your career with development opportunities 🌟 Join a supportive team that invests in your success 🌟 Create products used around the world 🌟 Share ideas and make an impact every day What We Offer A dynamic global organization with diverse operations that will stretch your abilities, create career opportunities, and help you make an impact every day. nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. Our inventive solutions enable safer systems and help create a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install, and service high-performance products that connect and protect sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. Our principal office is in London, and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our portfolio of leading brands spans more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nVent.com. A commitment to strengthening the communities where our employees live and work. We encourage and support employee philanthropic activities worldwide. Through our nVent in Action matching program, we support nonprofit and educational organizations where employees volunteer or donate. Core values that shape our culture and help us deliver for our customers and employees: Innovative and adaptable Dedicated to integrity Customer-first Respectful and team-oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for results Benefits that support our employees' lives. Additional Requirements Our Warwick, RI facility is an ITAR-controlled site. All candidates must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15. Ready to Build Your Future? If you're looking for a hands-on career where you can learn new skills, work with advanced technology, and be part of a team that creates high-quality products every day, we want to hear from you. Join nVent and help shape what's next.