• Press Brake Operator

    Aerotek (Marlboro, NY)


    Now actively hiring for a Press Brake machine operator for a large medical manufacturing company located in Marlboro, NY/Saugerties, NY. This is a great opportunity to advance your career for a leading manufacturing employer.

     

    Job Title: Press Brake Operator

     

    Pay: $25-$35/hr

     

    Shift: 1st - 6:00am-2:30pm - Monday-Friday

    Job Description:

    The Press Brake Operator is primarily responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating a press brake for the purposes of forming sheet-metal parts for production. This role requires creativity and ownership of the forming department, with an ability to think outside the box.

    Responsibilities:

    + Set tools and dies in position on the press brake according to work order instructions.

    + Retrieve engineering drawings from the ERP system for reference.

    + Obtain raw materials from stock as required by the job.

    + Record labor hours spent and materials used by job, using the ERP system.

    + Inspect first article parts using calipers, height gauges, protractors, and tape measures, according to the dimensions and tolerances specified on the engineering drawing.

    + Record inspection results on the work order traveler or in the ERP system.

    + Adjust bend parameters at the machine until all part dimensions are within tolerance.

    + Perform in-process dimension checks to ensure parts are within tolerance.

    + Complete production orders as per the production schedule.

    + Document setup procedures for new parts.

    Essential Skills:

    + Proficiency in press brake operation, sheet metal fabrication, and blueprint reading.

    + Strong understanding of machine operation, particularly with press brakes.

    + Ability to inspect and assemble parts, and operate shear and punch presses.

    + Experience in fabrication and bending metal.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    + High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

    + Minimum of 2 years experience in setting up and operating press brakes in a manufacturing environment.

    + Good mechanical skills with manufacturing machines and tools.

    + Functional use of calipers, height gauges, protractors, and tape measures for measuring part features.

    + Ability to interpret basic engineering drawings and perform simple arithmetic to calculate tolerance ranges.

    + Detail-oriented with a focus on following procedures.

    + Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

     

    Why Work Here?:

     

    The company is part of a larger entity, Community Holdings, which owns several facilities in the area. With a history of 4-5 years and continued growth, there is significant room for professional advancement. The company will be relocating to Saugerties in 2026, providing further opportunities for development and expansion.

    Work Environment:

    Currently situated in a small facility with 10-12 people in Marlboro, the company plans to relocate to Saugerties within a few months. The work schedule operates on a single shift from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marlboro, NY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $34.00/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 Marlboro,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

    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.