Join our team as a
Press Brake Specialist! And receive a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Shift: This is a Second Shift position - Mon-Fri, 2 - 10 pm
The Press Brake Specialist is a skilled manufacturing professional responsible for setting up, operating, and optimizing press brake machines to fabricate high-quality sheet metal parts. After completing training, you will work independently with minimal supervision, ensuring products are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with customer requirements.
What you will do
Program using all features of the press break, E.g. bending at angles, step bends, proper back gauge transfer between steps, delays, etc.
Must have a full understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part
Thorough understanding of flat pattern layout and sequencing
Perform thorough part inspections and remove defective products
Able to calculate specific material gains and losses
Ability to train less experienced operators
Work in an efficient and timely manner
Keep work area, including machine surfaces clean at all times
Identify areas for process improvement, cost and waste reduction
Perform other related duties as assigned
What it takes
High school diploma or equivalent
Sheet Metal manufacturing experience with Press Brakes
Knowledge of Sheet Metal in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education
Familiarity with the tools of the trade; Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
American offset tooling knowledge
Understanding of how to use adapters to ensure proper height and overall dimensions.
Ability to use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges.
Ability to interpret and explain written and numerical data.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
Ability to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner.
Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.
Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive.
Commitment to continuous learning.
Commitment to customer or employee service.
Bonus to have
Previous experience in a Sheet Metal manufacturing environment.
What is in it for you
We offer a competitive salary
In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
Dental and Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid caregiver leave
You will receive 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
401k with company match and immediate vest
Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
And More!
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
About this listing
Source: Protolabs's official careers site · still listed there on 13 Nov 2026
Posted 13 Jul 2026
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