
Press Brake Operator
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Job overview
Kelly Services is hiring a Press Brake Operator. Kelly Services is seeking a Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator for a premier manufacturing client in Moscow, TN. The role offers competitive pay with a scheduled increase after training, provides all required PPE, and includes opportunities for skill development and advancement within a safe, modern facility that emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key focus areas include Setting up and operating press brake machines to bend sheet metal parts according to blueprints, drawings, and work orders, Selecting and installing tooling, dies, and back gauges for each job, ensuring proper alignment and secure setup, and Inspecting first-piece parts for dimensional accuracy and adjusting machine settings as needed.
Important skills include Setup And Operation Of Press Brake Machines, Related Forming Tools, Read And Interpret Blueprints, Read And Interpret Flat Patterns, and Read And Interpret Part Drawings. Preferred (not required): Knowledge Of Metal Types, Knowledge Of Metal Thicknesses, Mechanical Aptitude, and Precision Measurement Skills.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking a Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator to work at a premier manufacturing client in Moscow, TN. Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.
Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:
$18.00/hr. during training, increasing to $19.50/hr. after training
Shift: 3:30pm-11pm after training; will train on 1st shift (6:30-3pm) for approx. 3 weeks
Why you should apply to be Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator:
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Competitive pay with scheduled increase after training
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Work with an industry-leading manufacturer in a safe and modern facility
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All required PPE (gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, and hard hats) provided by the company
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Opportunities for skill development and advancement within the production team
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Supportive culture focused on teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement
What’s a typical day as Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator? You’ll be:
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Setting up and operating press brake machines to bend sheet metal parts according to blueprints, drawings, and work orders
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Selecting and installing tooling, dies, and back gauges for each job, ensuring proper alignment and secure setup
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Inspecting first-piece parts for dimensional accuracy and adjusting machine settings as needed
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Monitoring machine operation to maintain consistent quality and prevent damage or misfeeds
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Measuring finished parts using calipers, protractors, and other precision tools to verify conformance to specifications
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Handling and staging raw material and finished parts safely using hoists, carts, or forklifts as required
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Maintaining accurate production documentation including part counts, rejects, and setup records
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Performing basic maintenance such as cleaning dies, lubricating components, and checking hydraulic levels
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Following all safety procedures and maintaining a clean, organized workstation in accordance with 5S and Lean manufacturing standards
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Communicating tooling or equipment issues promptly to supervisors or maintenance personnel
This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
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Have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, flat patterns, and part drawings (required)
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Are skilled in setup and operation of press brake machines and related forming tools (required)
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Possess knowledge of metal types, thicknesses, and their response to bending operations
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Have mechanical aptitude for aligning tooling and adjusting machine parameters
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Demonstrate precision measurement skills using calipers, micrometers, and angle finders
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Exhibit attention to detail and commitment to product quality
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Practice safe work habits around high-force machinery and moving components
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Have basic computer or data entry skills for recording production and inspection results
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Are committed to teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement
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Preferably have a high school diploma or GED, and 3–6 months of related experience and/or training
What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator today!
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly ® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture—we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment\_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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