Lead Press Brake Operator - 2nd Shift - Sheetmetal

Lake Air Products•Vadnais Heights, MN

16d•$29 - $37

About The Position

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace and defense, industrial, and other markets. The company emphasizes quality, performance, and strong teams, guided by its Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams. The Lead Press Brake Operator leads and supports daily Press Brake department operations while setting up and operating press brake equipment. The role coordinates job assignments, trains and mentors operators, ensures quality and productivity standards, and promotes a safe, team-oriented work environment. The position requires knowledge of press brake setup, tooling, blueprint reading, and sheet metal fabrication processes, and supports continuous improvement and department performance. The schedule is 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, on a 10-hour shift. The position may be subject to export control regulations; applicable candidates must meet the stated U.S. Person requirements or obtain an export control license, unless an exemption applies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Two years of press brake experience.
Excellent people skills and ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
Integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission.
Ability to bend and lift, load and unload workpieces into the machine, move between workstations, and alternate between sitting and standing.

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations within the Press Brake department while supporting production goals and on-time delivery.
Set up and operate press brake equipment to bend and form sheet metal parts according to blueprint specifications.
Assign jobs, coordinate workflow, and ensure employees have the materials, tools, and information needed to complete work efficiently.
Train, mentor, and support Press Brake Operators on machine setup, tooling, blueprint reading, and quality expectations.
Review and troubleshoot machine setups, tooling, bend allowances, and production issues to minimize downtime and defects.
Ensure parts meet quality standards through inspections, measurements, and compliance with ISO and company procedures.
Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following company safety policies and procedures.