• Press Brake Machine Set Up Operator

    Aerotek (Grand Rapids, MI)


    Job Title: Press Brake Machine Set Up Operator

    Job Description

    + We are seeking a skilled Brake Press Operator who is experienced in setting up and programming brake press machines

    + The role involves setting up, loading, and operating press brake machines, interpreting blueprints, and running multiple jobs throughout the shift with varying bends per part

    + This position requires experience in a machine shop setting and proficiency with tools necessary to complete assigned tasks

    Responsibilities

    + Set up and operate press brake machines

    + Interpret and work from blueprints

    + Run multiple jobs with 1 to 10 bends per part throughout the shift

    + Utilize hand tools effectively to complete jobs

    + Troubleshoot and resolve machine issues as they arise

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency with brake press machines

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints

    + Experience with punch presses, sheet metal, and machine setup

    + Mechanical aptitude

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    + Join a company that values its employees by offering attendance bonuses and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) program

    + Employees benefit from yearly bonuses based on the overall efficiency of the company

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 9, 2025.

    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.