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Press Brake Operator

12/3/2025

The Press Brake Operator sets up and operates press brakes to form shapes in sheet metal according to blueprints. They are responsible for ensuring production requirements are met and that all parts conform to specifications through inspection and measurement.

Salary

21 - 27 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Dimar is conveniently located in Clarence, NY, minutes from Buffalo and a short drive from Ontario, Canada. We have full manufacturing capabilities and state-of-the-art machinery that provides maximum efficiency. Quality is what Dimar strives for, it is achieved through the hard work of our highly skilled employees. Dimar has another plant which is close by in Cheektowaga, NY. Plant #2 features thick gauge, heavy fabricating capability with high bays and overhead cranes. It also features skilled metal fabricating craftsmen who produce large custom fabrications weighing as much as 20,000 pounds each. Dimar Manufacturing Corporation is committed to exceeding customer requirements and increasing customer satisfaction through continual improvements of our processes, services, and our quality management system. The focus of our quality management system is on error prevention and continuous process improvement in all areas of our business. Through an ongoing effort to educate our employees and suppliers toward a culture of quality, employing technological advancements, and continued procurement of state-of-the-art equipment, Dimar will achieve it's goal of exceeding customer expectations. In order to provide this level of consistent quality and dedication to our customer, Dimar maintains a quality management system in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9000:2008. Our wonderful staff makes Dimar a company that people want to work with and work for! Visit us in person or check out our company website to request a quote for your business or find out about the latest employment opportunities!!

About the Role

Description

Clarence, NY 14031

*Must have reliable transportation*

Pay Rate: $21-27/hour (based on experience)

Job Summary for Press Brake Operator:

Sets up and operates press brakes. Utilizes total length of brake and various tools to form shapes in sheet metal per blueprints.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Press Brake Operator:

Operate brakes and associated machinery to meet production requirements.
Gather, preset and install proper tooling and fixtures.
Run first piece and assure conformance to drawing.
Inspect all parts as required by process sheet and drawings, using all types of precision measuring instruments, including coordinate measuring device.

Non-essential Duties for Press Brake Operator:

Document inspection data and procedures
Check tooling wear and change as needed.
Monitor production processes at appropriate intervals to insure continued part compliance
Coordinate with programming to flat pattern layout.
Determine with Quality Control in-process inspection requirements, gauging and measuring devices.
Monitor production to ensure conformance with process sheet and time standards.
Monitor machine maintenance for lubrication, guarding and cleanliness.
Assist others with processing, methods and work habits to maintain maximum efficiency
Monitor scrap and rework
Assist in design of special tooling and fixtures.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Press Brake Operator:

Reads and interprets complex drawings/blueprints to produce acceptable parts
Ability to independently set up tooling
Strong computer literacy and math aptitude
Able to follow directions precisely and perform repetitive tasks

Experience and Education for Press Brake Operator:

Three years experience operating and setting up press brakes in the sheet metal industry
High school diploma or equivalent
Fluent in written and verbal English

Special Requirements for Press Brake Operator:

Machine shop work environment; dust, grease and metal shavings common.
Requires the use of the following personal protective equipment:
Safety glasses, steel toed shoes/boots.
Must be able to:
Work safely in a fast paced environment
Work overtime, including weekends as requested.

Other Duties for Press Brake Operator:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Key Skills

Press Brake OperationBlueprint InterpretationTool SetupPrecision MeasurementComputer LiteracyMath AptitudeQuality ControlProduction MonitoringMachine MaintenanceSafety ComplianceInspection ProceduresRework ManagementTeam AssistanceSpecial Tooling DesignFast Paced EnvironmentOvertime Availability