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CNC Brake Press Operator – Brantford, ON

Shift: Day Shift (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

Type: Permanent (Direct Hire)

Randstad is partnering with a top-tier metal manufacturing company in Brantford, Ontario, to find a skilled CNC Brake Press Operator. In this role, you will fabricate high-quality sheet metal and steel components as an integral part of the production team.

Advantages
• Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Highly desirable and consistent day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, supporting an excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading client in a modern, well-equipped metal manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities
• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC brake press machinery to bend, shape, and form sheet metal and steel parts.
• Call up, load, and adjust pre-established programs on the machine interface based on production requirements.
• Read and interpret technical blueprints, engineering drawings, and fabrication specifications accurately.
• Perform routine quality control inspections using calipers, micrometers, and protractors to ensure parts meet precise tolerances.

• Handle and position heavy metal sheets and steel materials safely and efficiently within the workstation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment in alignment with joint health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with shop supervisors and the skilled trades production team to optimize workflow and minimize material waste.

Qualifications
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience as a CNC Brake Press Operator or Brake Press Setter.
• Direct, verifiable experience working within the sheet metal or steel manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated capability to call up programs on the machine without constant supervision.
• Capability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and stand for the duration of a standard 9-hour shift.
• Reliable transportation to the job location in Brantford, Ontario.
• Strong English communication skills to interpret safety guidelines and manufacturing orders.
• Advanced proficiency in operating CNC brake press machinery within a metal manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to independently call up, navigate, and execute programs on CNC machine controllers.
• Strong blueprint reading skills and a solid understanding of structural metal fabrication concepts.
• Excellent spatial awareness and physical dexterity for handling sheet metal and steel components.
• Precision measurement skills utilizing standard manufacturing inspection tools.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail to identify formatting or bending defects early.

Summary
If you are a dedicated professional ready to advance your career in metal manufacturing, our expert recruiters want to connect with you. Apply today on our website to take the next step with a global talent leader! Not the perfect match? Reach out to our team to explore other rewarding skilled trades opportunities tailored to your unique career goals.

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