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Aerotek Press Brake Operator in OLATHE, Kansas
Job Title: Press Brake Operator
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator for our fabrication shop. The role requires general fabrication skills and at least one year of experience with press brake operations. The position involves working with various metals, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and copper, using an Amada Press Brake. The operator will be responsible for running the plasma cutting machine and other shop machinery as needed, without the need for physical plasma cutting, welding, or additional protective gear such as a hood or gloves.
Responsibilities
Operate an Amada Press Brake to cut through electrically conductive materials.
Upload code and operate the plasma cutting machine.
Run metals through machinery for cutting purposes.
Consistently lift 50+ lbs of heavy industrial products.
Work with other shop machinery, including plasma tables and CNC lasers, as needed.
Ensure accurate measurements and cuts using tape measures and blueprints.
Essential Skills
At least one year of experience with press brake operations.
General fabrication skills.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently.
Familiarity with operating an Amada Press Brake.
Experience with plasma cutting and CNC laser operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Welding experience.
Machining skills.
Machine operation experience.
Proficiency as a saw operator.
Why Work Here?
This position offers room for growth and development within the company. Managers are supportive and willing to help train and place employees in the right positions. Cross-training on different machines is provided, and assistance is always available when needed.
Work Environment
The Press Brake Operator will work within the fabrication shop, primarily operating machinery rather than directly fabricating materials. The role does not require welding or physical plasma cutting, eliminating the need for a hood or gloves. The work environment is mostly within the machine shop, focused on running and maintaining various cutting machines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, Kansas.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00
• 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 OLATHE,KS.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 7, 2024.
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.