Press Brake Operator

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Metal product fabrication industry
• Sheet metal shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications
• Cut, bend, roll, ream, punch, drill, weld or otherwise shape and form metal stock into parts or products
• Document work completed
• Lay out, set up and operate one or more light or heavy metalworking machines
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Brakes
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Shears

Metal forming or shaping operations experience

• Bending
• Cutting machine

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan