Press Brake Forming Operator

Metalworks•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

The Press Brake Forming Operator prepares the workstation, sets up equipment, and adjusts programs to ensure products are formed according to specifications on customer prints, safely and efficiently. The role involves setting up hydraulic CNC press brakes, forming and documenting parts, maintaining efficiency in a high-volume environment, minimizing scrap, and identifying material defects. The position is first shift, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with mandatory overtime when applicable.

Requirements

At least two years of previous manufacturing experience.
Basic math skills.
Good communication skills.
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repetitively during 10-hour shifts.

Nice To Haves

Print-reading experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare the workstation and set up hydraulic CNC press brakes.
Adjust programs to ensure products meet specifications on customer prints.
Form parts to print and document progress.
Maintain efficiency in a high-volume environment.
Maintain minimum scrap levels, with zero scrap preferred.
Identify material defects throughout production runs.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

Holiday pay.
Vested 401(k) with employer match.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
$25,000 life insurance policy.
Employer contribution toward medical premiums, up to nearly 65%.
Dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance available through payroll deduction.
PPE reimbursement program.
Opportunity for overtime.
Paid time off.
Opportunities for growth and promotion from within.