Overview
The Brake Press Operator operates a brake press machine to bend, form, and shape metal sheets and plates. This role involves working in a manufacturing and fabrication environment. This role is critical in the metal fabrication process, transforming raw metal sheets into finished products through precise bending and shaping. The role requires technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

Location
This role will work from our Manufacturing Shop.

Work Hours
7:30am – 4:00pm

Core Values
Service First, Innovation, Integrity, and Continuous Learning form the cornerstone of our culture at Metro Compactor Service. We expect every employee to personify these values in their work and interactions with clients, vendors, and team members.

Responsibilities

Set up and operation of Hydraulic Brake Press

Set up and operation of Shear

Occasional operator of Saw and Iron Worker

Cut and bend sheet steel components to shop drawing specifications

Cut and bend in house parts and ensure quantities are acceptable to meet demand

Maintain equipment and report any issue to supervision





Follow work orders and service requisitions and ensure components are completed for scheduled dates

Ability to read and interpret shop drawings/blueprints

Ability to calculate bend tolerances

Measuring of parts

Follow quality control procedures

Check products for correct shapes, dimensions and other specifications according to drawings

Read specifications or follow verbal instructions

Clean and lubricate equipment

Maintain daily maintenance inspection logs for equipment

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

3+ years Press Brake experience (ideal)

Must be able or willing to learn to operate a forklift/truck.

Brake press machine set up.

Must pass practical shop test showing ability to set up and operate Press Brake

Metal fabrication experience is required.

Safety conscience of surrounding machinery

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Railroad Equipment Manufacturing and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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📌 Brake Press / Machine Operator (Ontario)
🏢 Metro Compactor Service
📍 Ontario