CNC Press Brake Operator

Specialty Metals Corp is a high-end, precision fabrication job shop serving demanding industries, including aerospace and other quality-critical markets. Our facility is AS9100-certified, and we operate with a strong focus on process control, documentation, and doing the job right the first time.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced CNC Press Brake Operator to operate a 12-foot, 285-ton CNC press brake on swing shift (2:00pm – 10:30pm). This is a skilled position suited for an operator who understands complex forming, takes pride in precision work, and is comfortable collaborating across departments. You'll work closely with CAD and Sales to support design criteria, manufacturability, and accurate job quoting. This role also provides backup support for shear operations.

Salary range: $ $33.00 per hour

Why should you apply?

• Competitive pay
• Great work-life balance & family culture
• Company paid employee medical/dental/vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation – 1 week after 6 months, 1 week at a year, 2 weeks after 2 and 3 years, 3 weeks for years 4-9 and 4 weeks for 10+ years
• Sick leave – 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked
• 7 paid holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a 12' 285-ton CNC press brake for      high-tolerance, custom parts
• Calculate flat patterns, bend deductions, and bend allowances
• Select proper tooling for material type, thickness, and      geometry
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and CAD-based      design criteria
• Collaborate with CAD and Sales to support      manufacturability and quoting
• Measure and inspect parts using tape measures, calipers,      and precision tools
• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes
• Back up shear operations as production needs require
• Maintain quality standards consistent with AS requirements

Why Work Here

• Precision, non-repetitive work—not production grinding
• Modern equipment and professional standards
• Clear expectations under a structured quality system
• Competitive pay for skilled operators
• Stable swing shift with room for growth

Requirements

 What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of CNC press brake experience
• Strong understanding of sheet metal forming and shop math
• Proven ability to work from complex drawings
• Experience selecting tooling independently
• Comfortable in a high-mix, low-volume job shop environment
• Forklift and overhead crane experience (certification preferred)
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and quality-driven

 Our Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Company. Our company takes pride in being a drug free company. We perform background and drug screening on all applicants, as well as random drug testing after employment.