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Press Brake Technician

Laborup

Nashville, TNJob$22–26/hrPosted 2 days agoStill listed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$22–26/hr
Location
Nashville, TN
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Laborup is hiring Press Brake Operators for its architectural metal fabrication shop in Nashville. The role involves setting up and running CNC press brakes, interpreting mechanical drawings, and inspecting parts. Candidates with CNC press brake experience, sheet‑metal fabrication or strong mechanical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CNC Press BrakesMechanical Drawing ReadingCalipersProtractorsMeasuring TapesForklift OperationOverhead Crane OperationMaterial LoadingAmada Press BrakesTrumpf Press BrakesRAYMAX Press BrakesBystronic Press BrakesAccurpress Press BrakesCincinnati Press BrakesSalvagnini Press BrakesDurma Press BrakesLVD Press BrakesPrima Power Press BrakesSafan‑Darley Press BrakesBasic ProgrammingOther Fabrication Equipment OperationComputer NavigationPrecision Sheet Metal Fabrication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDExperience Setting Up CNC Press BrakesExperience Operating CNC Press Brakes

Full job description

Overview We're hiring Press Brake Operators for our architectural metal fabrication shop in Nashville. You'll set up and run CNC press brakes — Trumpf and Safan-Darley — forming metal details and architectural products. Work comes off mechanical drawings with tight angle and dimension tolerances. Most jobs are custom rather than repeat production runs, so setups change often and you inspect your own parts before they leave the station. Profiles encouraged to apply: experienced CNC press brake operators, precision sheet metal fabricators, machine operators with setup experience, and tradespeople with strong mechanical and machine operation backgrounds. Why Join Us

  • Three-day weekends: Four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday.
  • Unlimited optional overtime: Consistent overtime can push earnings to $60 - $70k

Compensation

  • $22 – $26 / hr
  • Unlimited optional overtime

Shift

  • 2nd shift: Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour days

Responsibilities

  • Setups: Set up CNC press brakes for each new part.
  • Machine Operation: Run the brake to hold specified angles and dimensions.
  • Blueprint Reading: Work from mechanical drawings and part tolerances.
  • Program Handling: Upload, run, and adjust programs at the controller.
  • Inspection: Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections.
  • Material Handling: Load raw material using forklifts and overhead cranes.
  • Packaging: Package finished parts to customer-specific requirements.
  • Preventive Maintenance: Follow PM schedules and monitor press brake condition.

Requirements Qualifications Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience setting up CNC press brakes
  • Experience operating CNC press brakes
  • Read mechanical drawings and part tolerances
  • Use calipers, protractors, and tapes
  • Operate a forklift and overhead crane
  • Load material and perform repetitive tasks

Preferred

  • Experience on any CNC press brake brand: Amada, Trumpf, RAYMAX, Bystronic, Accurpress, Cincinnati, Salvagnini, Durma, LVD, Prima Power, or Safan-Darley
  • Basic programming at the machine controller
  • Experience running other fabrication equipment
  • Basic computer navigation skills
  • Precision sheet metal fabrication background

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