Job Posting: Manual Press Brake Operators

Manual Press Brake Operators

Gastonia, NC

Overview

Description

Hire Dynamics is searching to fill a Manual Press Brake operators for a facility in Gastonia, NC!

Operate a press bake to manufacture tools, equipment, and other components from sheet metal or metal plates

Shift/Pay:

  • 1st shift 7am-530pm
  • Mon-Thur
  • Pay $18-23

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Responsibilities for manual press brake operator include:

  • Operate manual press brakes (mechanical or hydraulic) with no CNC or automated controls
  • Set up press brake jobs from scratch: tooling selection, punch/die installation, and alignment
  • Manually set up bend depth, back Guage, and stops using hand controls and measurements
  • Perform trail bends and manual adjustments to achieve correct angles and dimensions
  • Read and interpret blueprints and bend drawing without relying on programmed sequences
  • Use manual measuring tools (protractor, angle finder, calipers, tape measure, square, etc.)
  • Troubleshoot bend accuracy issues thorough hands-on adjustments, not program edits
  • Run short runs and one-off parts requiring set up changes
  • Maintain consistent quality through operator skill and experience, not automation

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years operating manual press brakes (mechanical or hydraulic)
  • Hands on experience setting up press brake jobs from scratch with no CNC control
  • Ability to manually set up and adjust be