Press Brake Setup Technician

Press Brake Setup Technician With Industry Leader / $32-$40 Per Hour + $1,000 Sign On Bonus / Excellent Benefits & Growth Opportunity This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jack Campbell Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $32 - $40 per hour A bit about us: An industry leader in precision manufacturing is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setup Technician to join its first-shift team. This position is responsible for independently setting up, programming, adjusting, and operating press brake equipment to produce precision sheet metal components. The ideal candidate has extensive press brake setup experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to troubleshoot forming issues while maintaining quality and production standards. This individual may also help train operators and provide direction when a lead or supervisor is unavailable. Why join us? Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match up to 4% Paid time off and paid holidays Company-paid and supplemental life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage Employee bonus plan Education assistance Safety shoe and eyewear reimbursement Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM Job Details Responsibilities Set up, program, adjust, and operate press brake machines Install, align, and change tooling based on job specifications Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and production schedules Verify angles, dimensions, bend sequences, and completed parts Use calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments Troubleshoot process issues, clear alarms, and make minor machine adjustments Complete first-piece and periodic quality inspections Minimize scrap while meeting production and quality requirements Train and assist operators with machine operation, inspection, and setup procedures Maintain accurate production and quality documentation Follow all machine-guarding and workplace safety requirements Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized Qualifications At least five years of press brake setup and operating experience preferred Experience working in sheet metal fabrication or a similar manufacturing environment Ability to independently set up equipment with minimal adjustments or supervision Strong blueprint-reading and precision measurement skills Knowledge of press brake tooling, bend sequences, and forming processes Basic computer skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment High school diploma or equivalent required Vocational training in machining, fabrication, or a related discipline is preferred Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: