Industrial JobsBrake Press Operator
QPS Employment Group
Location
Racine, WI
Job Type
Other
Date Posted
9 September 2026
Job Description
Position Title: Brake Press Operator
Wage: $22.00 - $29.00/hour
Shift: 1st or 2nd
Hours: 5:00am - 3:30pm or 3:30pm - 2:00am (Monday - Thursday)
Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working with QPS!
QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Brake Press Operator at a company in Racine, WI. This is a potential to hire position for 1st or 2nd shift. Apply now!
Brake Press Operator Responsibilities:
- Set up and prepare brake press machinery for operation by selecting appropriate tooling, installing dies, and adjusting machine settings such as tonnage, stroke length, and back gauge positions
- Load raw materials, typically metal sheets or plates, onto the brake press machine, ensuring proper alignment and placement for bending operations
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and job orders to understand bending sequences, dimensions, tolerances, and other specifications required for the fabrication of metal parts
- Operate the brake press machine to accurately bend and form metal parts according to specified angles, dimensions, and tolerances, following established procedures and safety protocols
- Inspect finished parts for defects, accuracy, and conformance to quality standards using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Identify and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or quality issues during production, taking corrective actions to maintain product quality and efficiency
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on brake press machinery, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn or damaged tooling and components, to ensure optimal performance and longevity
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while operating brake press machinery, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safe work practices to prevent accidents or injuries
- Maintain accurate records of production activities, including job setups, material usage, production quantities, and quality inspection results, to track productivity and ensure traceability
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other team members to coordinate workflow, prioritize tasks, and address production issues or concerns in a timely manner
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and waste reduction in brake press operations, contributing to overall operational excellence and customer satisfaction
Requirements for Brake Press Operator:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 2+ years set-up and operating experience, preferably with Amada® HFB-FBD or Safan Darley® equipment
- Solid background working with sheet metal
- Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
- Proven measurement and mathematical fraction/decimal and metric conversion skills
- Ability to read blueprints
- Ability to distinguish material types including aluminum, steel and stainless steel
- Positive attitude and respect fellow employees
- Ability to perform well as a team
- Self-motivator and must be flexible to accommodate needs of your team
- Safety minded when performing tasks
- Ability and willingness to learn and be trained
- Outstanding attention to detail
IND012
QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.
Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Position Title: Brake Press Operator
Wage: $22.00 - $29.00/hour
Shift: 1st or 2nd
Hours: 5:00am - 3:30pm or 3:30pm - 2:00am (Monday - Thursday)
Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working with QPS!
QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Brake Press Operator at a company in Racine, WI. This is a potential to hire position for 1st or 2nd shift. Apply now!
Brake Press Operator Responsibilities:
- Set up and prepare brake press machinery for operation by selecting appropriate tooling, installing dies, and adjusting machine settings such as tonnage, stroke length, and back gauge positions
- Load raw materials, typically metal sheets or plates, onto the brake press machine, ensuring proper alignment and placement for bending operations
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and job orders to understand bending sequences, dimensions, tolerances, and other specifications required for the fabrication of metal parts
- Operate the brake press machine to accurately bend and form metal parts according to specified angles, dimensions, and tolerances, following established procedures and safety protocols
- Inspect finished parts for defects, accuracy, and conformance to quality standards using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Identify and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or quality issues during production, taking corrective actions to maintain product quality and efficiency
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on brake press machinery, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn or damaged tooling and components, to ensure optimal performance and longevity
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while operating brake press machinery, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safe work practices to prevent accidents or injuries
- Maintain accurate records of production activities, including job setups, material usage, production quantities, and quality inspection results, to track productivity and ensure traceability
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other team members to coordinate workflow, prioritize tasks, and address production issues or concerns in a timely manner
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and waste reduction in brake press operations, contributing to overall operational excellence and customer satisfaction
Requirements for Brake Press Operator:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 2+ years set-up and operating experience, preferably with Amada® HFB-FBD or Safan Darley® equipment
- Solid background working with sheet metal
- Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
- Proven measurement and mathematical fraction/decimal and metric conversion skills
- Ability to read blueprints
- Ability to distinguish material types including aluminum, steel and stainless steel
- Positive attitude and respect fellow employees
- Ability to perform well as a team
- Self-motivator and must be flexible to accommodate needs of your team
- Safety minded when performing tasks
- Ability and willingness to learn and be trained
- Outstanding attention to detail
IND012
QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.
Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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