METAL FABRICATOR (PRESS BRAKE) 1st Shift

Owen IndustriesCarter Lake, IA
$21 - $23Onsite

About The Position

PVS Metals is looking for a Press Brake Operator who takes precision seriously. This isn’t a button-pushing role — you’ll be reading blueprints, setting up tooling, dialing in tolerances, and turning flat metal into finished parts that meet exact customer specifications. If you know your way around a press brake and take pride in running it right, we want to talk. The core schedule is Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour days. Friday overtime is scheduled as needed to meet production demands. At $21–$23/hr with OT on top when it runs, the pay is competitive for operators who bring real skill to the job.

Requirements

  • Proven press brake experience — or strong background in metal fabrication with press brake exposure
  • Ability to read blueprints and interpret geometric tolerances and flat pattern layouts
  • Competent with basic dimensional measuring and precision measurement tools
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in setup, measurements, and operations
  • Ability to troubleshoot and make adjustments to maintain quality and pace
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and showing up ready to work

Responsibilities

  • Operate press brake machinery to bend, form, and shape metal components with precision per customer specifications
  • Read blueprints, work orders, and pick tickets to verify programs and set up tooling for each job and part
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of print reading, geometric tolerances, and flat pattern layout
  • Check parts against calibrated devices to ensure accuracy of bends; report any deviation to supervision
  • Set up, load, and operate the machine; monitor quality throughout the run
  • Assist with packaging of finished parts per customer requirements
  • Inspect equipment status and report defects to maintenance promptly
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
  • Support and encourage fellow crew members

Benefits

  • $21–$23/hr based on experience
  • Monday–Thursday, 4x10 schedule — Friday overtime as needed
  • Health, Dental & Vision insurance
  • Life/AD&D and Short & Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) after 6 months
  • PTO and paid holidays — accrual begins immediately
  • On-the-job training to expand your skills and capabilities
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