Press Brake Operator

**Job Title: Press Brake Operator** **Job Description** Join a dynamic and dedicated team at a custom fabrication shop, specializing in producing small quantity parts. We are seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator who can independently manage tasks with minimal supervision. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate a CNC Press Brake machine independently. + Read and interpret mechanical drawings for machine and tooling setup. + Handle precision sheet metal tasks, including flat layouts and bend deductions. + Perform quality checks on first articles and completed parts. + Utilize hand measurement tools as required. + Conduct necessary maintenance activities. + Create parts strictly from blueprints, managing all setups without supervision. + Operate the Accupress machine, although experience with any Press Brake is acceptable. **Essential Skills** + 3-5 years of experience as a CNC Press Brake Operator in a manufacturing environment. + Proficient in reading blueprints and mechanical drawings. + Strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities. + Mechanically inclined with hands-on experience in technical trades. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED required. + Any industrial certificates or higher education would be a plus. + Fabrication background is a plus but not required. **Why Work Here?** Our company offers a laid-back culture where teamwork is essential, and everyone contributes actively. You will be part of a 35-member team in a clean and organized job shop environment. We value dedication and motivation, ensuring a supportive atmosphere where your skills can thrive. **Work Environment** Work in a clean job shop with a laid-back company culture, where constant productivity is key. The team consists of 35 members, and the facility requires steel-toed shoes and safety glasses. The position operates on the first shift, from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with potential overtime until 4:30 PM and on Saturdays. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Charlotte,NC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 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.