Press Brake Operator

nVent • Millington, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates brake press machinery, selecting tooling and adjusting programs. The operator interprets blueprints, schematics, and job routings to determine machine settings and production requirements, performs trial runs and adjustments, and conducts in-process inspections to ensure parts meet tolerances and quality standards. The role also involves following safety protocols, keeping work areas clean, performing minor maintenance, and meeting daily targets for accuracy, speed, and quality while minimizing waste.

This is an on-site overnight position in Millington, Maryland, scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The employee must be able to train for one month on the first shift, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work takes place in a manufacturing setting that may not be climate-controlled and may involve varying temperatures. The role has physical demands including extended standing and walking, frequent hand use, bending and kneeling, and occasional climbing or repositioning. It is classified as medium work, with lifting requirements of up to 50 pounds occasionally, 30 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds consistently. Employees must be able to communicate effectively, hear, and visually assess work. nVent provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience working with brake press machinery in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, engineering drawings, and shop math.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, including protractors, calipers, micrometers, and angle gauges; ability to accurately read measurements to 1/32 of an inch.
• Basic computer skills for entering production or quality data.
• Ability to safely perform the stated physical activities and lifting requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate, hear, and visually assess work in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Additional technical education.
• Knowledge of the construction industry; highly preferred.
• Ability to drive a forklift.
• Experience with CNC/programmed brake press equipment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or 5S.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate brake press machinery, including selecting tooling and adjusting programs.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and job routings to determine machine settings and production requirements.
• Perform trial runs and make adjustments to ensure accuracy and part consistency.
• Conduct in-process inspections to verify parts meet tolerances and quality standards.
• Follow safety protocols, maintain clean work areas, and perform minor maintenance.
• Meet daily production targets for accuracy, speed, and quality while minimizing waste.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
• Back-up care services may be available.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
• Well-being program may be available.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED