**Job Title: Press Brake Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating press brakes, reading and interpreting blueprints, job cards, and work instructions to determine locations and specifications of product features, dimensions, and tolerances. Additionally, the candidate will measure in-process and completed products to verify conformance to specifications using various measuring tools, complete routine paperwork and job tracking, and maintain a clean work area following 6S practices. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate press brakes. + Read and understand blueprints, job cards, and work instructions to determine locations and specifications of product features, dimensions, and tolerances. + Measure in-process and completed products to verify conformance to specifications using calipers, fixtures, protractors, height gauges, and tape measures. + Complete routine paperwork and job tracking including job travelers, inspection sample plans, and JobBoss. + Maintain a clean work area following 6S practices. + Adhere to general safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment (PPE). + Perform other duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Experience with press brakes, particularly Accurpress, for at least one year. + Proficiency in setting up, operating, and inspecting press brake machines. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Skilled in using measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers. + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and heavier parts with team assistance. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in a job shop environment. + Stable work history with no more than one year at each company. **Why Work Here?** Our company offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career. We value safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, and we provide opportunities for professional development. Join our team to work in a supportive and engaging environment. **Work Environment** This is a clean machine shop with approximately 50-65 employees. The facility has a large open manufacturing feel and consists of five different departments: Welding, Fabrication, Finishing/Grinding, Quality Inspection, and Shipping. The role requires independent work most of the time, with occasional teamwork. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Grove, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2025. **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.