Press Brake Machine Set Up Operator

We are seeking an experienced Press Brake Machine Set Up Operator for 2nd and 3rd shifts. The 2nd shift runs from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and the 3rd shift from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am. The role involves setting up line tools and ensuring the proper operation of safety devices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and secure dies by bolting bottom section to press bed or bolster plate and upper section to ram.
• Synchronize automatic material feed for dimensional and press ram action, including roll, hitch, dial, and magazine mechanisms.
• Load material on reels or in bins.
• Operate press to produce pilot pieces for inspection of hole size, dimensions, contours, and shape.
• Use and interpret scale, square, check fixtures, calipers, and related inspection equipment, micrometers, patterns, and samples.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and maintain housekeeping of work areas.
• Pack items produced into cartons or containers.

• Experience with blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of press brake and mechanical machine setup.
• Experience with brake press machines and CNC operations.
• Ability to operate 8, 10, and 12 foot press brakes in an industrial manufacturing setting.
• Experience with press brakes of 200 tons and below.

• Experience with various brake press machines is ideal.
• Must have set up experience.

Join a growing company in the data center industry with exponential growth opportunities. Enjoy set shifts, fair pay, and a climate-controlled environment. With the addition of a new shift, there are opportunities to advance into a lead role.

Work Environment

This position is set in an industrial manufacturing environment with a climate-controlled area of the plant.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.