Fabrication Lead & Brake Press Operator

Fabrication Lead & Brake Press Operator

Location : Bangor, PA

Starting Pay : $35 / hour

Direct Hire Opportunity

Are you an experienced fabrication professional looking for a leadership role in a hands-on manufacturing environment? We’re hiring a Fabrication Lead & Press Brake Operator for a well-established manufacturer that specializes in industrial-grade equipment for the food and baking industry.

This is a direct hire position with excellent pay and benefits, offering long-term stability and the chance to work in a team-focused environment where your skills and input are truly valued.

What You’ll Do :

Program, operate, and maintain a Trumpf CNC Press Brake

Form sheet metal components (0.050” to 0.375”)

Lead and coordinate daily tasks in the fabrication department

Read blueprints and assist with layout and adjustments

Ensure high standards of safety, quality, and organization

Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Supervisors

Operate tools such as angle grinders, shears, drill presses, and band saws

Handle raw material deliveries and organize stock

Perform general machine and facility maintenance

Use forklifts, overhead cranes, and various lifting devices

What We’re Looking For :

3+ years of press brake programming and operation experience

3+ years in a general fabrication role

1+ year in a lead or supervisory capacity

Strong blueprint reading and shop math skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs frequently (up to 75 lbs occasionally)

High school diploma or equivalent

Bonus Skills (Not Required, But a Plus!) :

Experience with fiber laser cutting and welding processes

Familiarity with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or eDrawing viewers

ERP system experience

HVLP paint system usage

Background in low-volume / high-mix production environments

What’s In It for You :

Competitive hourly pay starting at $35 / hr

Direct hire from day one – no temp period

401(k) matching program

Tuition assistance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance

Additional voluntary coverage options

Generous PTO program + 9 paid holidays

Charitable giving match program

Apply Today!

If you're ready to take your fabrication career to the next level with a company that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and innovation, we want to hear from you.