Build Better with Dakotaland Manufacturing
At Dakotaland Manufacturing, we are committed to building better—better people, better processes, better products, and better communities. As a Press Brake Operator, you play a critical role in delivering precision metal components that meet our customers’ expectations for quality and performance.
Position Overview
The Press Brake Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining press brake equipment to bend, form, and shape metal components to specification. This role requires a strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Functions
- Set up and operate hydraulic press brake equipment for routine and complex jobs
- Perform CNC programming, including loading, editing, and creating programs to meet specifications
- Select and install appropriate tooling based on setup documentation
- Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings
- Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools to ensure quality standards are met
- Maintain production efficiency while meeting time and quality expectations
- Accurately track time and production data in the system
- Safely operate material handling equipment, including forklifts
- Troubleshoot basic equipment or production issues and escalate as needed
- Document production, material, and quality concerns
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and support preventative maintenance efforts
- Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and uphold safety standards