Press Brake Lead

We are looking for a hands-on Press Brake Lead who thrives on craftsmanship, leadership, and continuous improvement. In this critical role, you'll lead a team of skilled operators, ensure production precision, and help shape components that support industries like aerospace, transportation, and infrastructure.

Why This Role Stands Out

This role is for more than just an expert fabricator. Its for someone ready to lead, mentor, and optimize. If you take pride in your work, enjoy coaching others, and have a passion for precision and process, this is your opportunity to lead meaningful production and grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead Production Set up and operate press brake machines, guiding team members in best practices and maintaining high standards across all shifts.

· Setup & Programming Read and interpret complex blueprints and work orders. Program and configure press brakes (Amada, Trumpf, Cincinnati, etc.) to precise tolerances.

· Quality Assurance Inspect formed parts using calipers, protractors, and other tools to ensure accuracy and consistency. Review your own and your teams output for quality compliance.

· Troubleshooting & Efficiency Identify and address machine or process issues quickly. Recommend improvements to reduce waste, increase throughput, and minimize downtime.

· Team Coordination Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and schedulers to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and meet deadlines without compromising quality.

· Safety & Compliance Lead by example in maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant work environment. Conduct safety checks and briefings daily.

Qualifications

· Experience 3+ years of press brake operation, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role in a sheet metal or precision fabrication setting.

· Technical Knowledge Skilled in reading technical drawings and setting up/programming press brake machines. Familiarity with forming a variety of materials and working within tight tolerances.

· Leadership Ability Track record of mentoring operators, organizing shift work, and improving team performance.

· Attention to Detail High standards for measurement, inspection, and output consistency.

· Compliance Training: Must be AS9100, ISO, and ITAR trained, with a solid understanding of quality standards, documentation control, and export compliance procedures.

· Communication & Collaboration Clear, professional communicator who works well with cross-functional teams and leads by example.

· Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical certifications or training in metal fabrication or CNC operations are a plus.

What's Offered:

· Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities to mentor, lead, and grow into higher-level roles as part of a fast-growing production team.

· Modern Equipment & Tools Work with advanced press brake machinery and well-maintained fabrication equipment in a clean and organized facility.

· Competitive Pay & Benefits Strong base pay, performance bonuses, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

· High-Performance Culture Join a team that values precision, quality, safety, and respect. Your work helps build the systems and infrastructure of tomorrow.