Press Brake Operator

Chief Fabrication is seeking a Press Brake Operator to join the Chief team. This position is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating one or more press brake machines to bend, form, and shape metal sheets according to blueprints. Works closely with engineers and production teams to meet production goals, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up an operate press brake machines according to blueprints
• Selects, installs, and adjusts proper tooling for required operation.
• Interpret technical drawings and blueprints to ensure proper part fabrication.
• Perform quality checks on parts using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure the proper execution of customer orders and adjust specifications when necessary.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements:

• Technical education in manufacturing, machining, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience operating press brake machines in a manufacturing environment.

Shift:

• 1st Shift – 6:00am – 2:30pm

• 2nd Shift – 2:30pm – 11:00pm

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A division of Chief Industries, Chief Fabrication is one of the leading midwest providers of custom steel fabrication and powder coating, equipped to make any component. Chief Fabrication is one of the largest operations of its kind between Chicago and Denver, offering such steel fabrication services as stamping, welding, CNC punching, and CNC forming to manufacturers throughout the Midwest. It also offers one of the most state-of-the-art powder coating facilities in the United States.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Employee discounts
• Education assistances
• And much more.

**Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed. Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call 308-389-7200.**