• 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 Press Brake Machine Set Up Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, loading, reading blueprints, operating, and running a press brake machine. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a machine shop setting and possess the ability to use various tools to complete the job efficiently. You will be expected to run multiple jobs throughout your shift, with each part requiring 1 to 10 bends.

    Responsibilities

    + Set up and operate press brake machines.

    + Load materials and tools onto the machine.

    + Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate production.

    + Run press brake machine efficiently to complete jobs.

    + Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during operation.

    + Manage multiple jobs throughout the shift.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with brake press machines.

    + Ability to read blueprints.

    + Mechanical aptitude.

    + Experience using hand tools.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Fabrication experience is a plus.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Working here offers attendance bonuses and participation in an ESOP program, where increased efficiency across the company leads to more bonuses on a yearly basis.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Our fabrication shop is clean and organized, offering a conducive environment for productivity. This role is for the 2nd shift, working 3:00pm to 11:00pm.

     

    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 Oct 31, 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.