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Operator-Press Brake

Royston Group, Bessemer, AL, United States


Press Brake Operator – Southern CaseArts
Do you have strong mechanical skills and enjoy working with your hands? Are you interested in learning a skilled trade with real growth potential? Southern CaseArts is growing, and we’re looking for dependable, hands‑on individuals to join our team as Press Brake Operators. Whether you have direct experience or a solid mechanical background and a willingness to learn, we’ll provide the training and support to help you succeed.

We offer highly competitive pay along with retention‑based incentives designed to reward your growth, consistency, and commitment over time.

Retention Bonus Opportunity

$500 after 90 days of employment

$500 after 6 months of employment

$1,000 after 1 year of employment

What You’ll Do

Set up and operate press brake machines to bend and form metal parts

Work from blueprints and job specifications to produce quality parts

Inspect parts and perform quality checks throughout production

Make machine adjustments as needed to ensure accuracy and efficiency

Identify and report any defects or material issues

Load materials and assist with material handling (forklift experience is a plus)

Use our system to track completed jobs and apply labels

Maintain a clean and organized work area

What We’re Looking For

Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools or equipment

Willingness to learn and take direction in a hands‑on environment

Ability to read blueprints or a desire to learn

Strong attention to detail and quality

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Good communication skills

Preferred (But Not Required)

Experience operating press brakes or similar machinery

Background in manufacturing, fabrication, or sheet metal work

Experience using measuring tools (tape measures, micrometers, protractors)

Forklift experience

Experience with ERP systems (NAV or similar)

Requirements

High school diploma or GED

Ability to work 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with overtime as needed

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks throughout the shiftComfortable working on concrete floors in a manufacturing environment

Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and perform repetitive movements

Good hand‑eye coordination and attention to detail

Southern CaseArts is part of Royston Group and is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Vets/Disability).

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