Press Brake & Shear Operator

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Job Type: Contract to Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay Rate: Up to $27.00/Hour (Depending on Experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Press Brake & Shear Operator to support shop operations by cutting, shaping, and forming structural steel and miscellaneous metal components. The ideal candidate will have experience operating fabrication machinery, interpreting technical drawings, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

### Responsibilities

Operate press brakes, shears, and fabrication equipment to cut and form structural steel and miscellaneous metal components

Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders

Measure, mark, and layout materials using tape measures, squares, levels, and other precision tools

Inspect finished parts to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy

Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move materials throughout the shop

Maintain a safe, clean, and productive work environment

### Required Qualifications

2+ years of press brake and/or shear operation experience preferred

Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings

Experience with structural steel or miscellaneous metals fabrication

Knowledge of measuring and layout tools