Job ID: VZ6836121120
Location: Burlington, NC
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 11/20/2025
Press Brake Setup Technician | 1st Shift | Temp to Hire
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay – hourly rate dependent on experience
- Schedule: 7am – 3:30pm
- Location: Burlington, NC
- Temporary-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
- Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program
Job Description
The Press Brake Setup Technician is responsible for independently setting up press brake machines based on engineering drawings and production requirements. This role requires strong technical ability, precision, and a deep understanding of press brake tooling, programming, and fabrication processes. The technician must be able to interpret part drawings, determine the appropriate tooling (punches, dies, and back gauge settings), and create or modify CNC programs to ensure accurate, high-quality bends that meet specifications, using tools such as tape measures, squares, protractors, dial calipers, and height gages.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders to define setup requirements and tooling needs.
- Select, install, and adjust punches, dies, and back gauges based on material specifications and bend tolerances.
- Create or modify CNC programs when required, ensuring accurate part production.
- Perform machine setup, adjust tonnage and bend parameters, and verify first-piece accuracy using precision tools.
- Document setup details, maintain tooling inventory, support operators, and follow all safety and housekeeping standards.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Experience: 3–4 years of press brake setup and operation in a metal fabrication or machining environment.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational fabrication training preferred.
- Blueprint Skills: Able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and fabrication specifications.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of bend allowances, tooling selection, forming methods, and CNC press brake programming.
- Inspection Skills: Proficient with precision measuring tools such as calipers, protractors, micrometers, and height gauges.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing, bending, and reaching throughout the shift.
- Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive Pay Dependent on Experience
- 1st Shift Work Hours
- Full-Time Position in a Metal Fabrication Facility
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position excludes benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
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