Job description: Brake Press Operator / Sheet Metal Fabricator Brantford, ON Compensation & Schedule $30.00/hour Direct Hire / Permanent Position Monday to Friday 7:00 AM 3:30 PM Comprehensive Benefits Package Medical Benefits Dental Coverage Vision Coverage RRSP Program Paid Vacation About the Opportunity Kelly Services is currently recruiting for an experienced

Brake Press Operator / Sheet Metal Fabricatoron behalf of a growing manufacturing company in Brantford, Ontario.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled fabrication professional with experience operating and setting up brake press equipment within a sheet metal manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality fabricated components while supporting the transition from traditional NC equipment to newer CNC technology.

If you have hands-on experience with brake presses, sheet metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and fabrication tooling, we''d like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Set up and operate brake press equipment to fabricate sheet metal components to specification Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, work orders, and production requirements Select, install, and adjust punches, dies, and tooling based on material type, thickness, and bend requirements Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, tape measures, squares, angle gauges, and other measuring equipment Verify dimensions, bend angles, hole locations, and overall quality of fabricated parts Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and quality concerns as required Safely load, unload, and handle sheet metal materials Work closely with production and leadership teams to ensure quality and productivity goals are met Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment Complete production and quality documentation as required Support continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements Qualifications





Required Previous brake press setup and operating experience Experience working in a sheet metal fabrication environment Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints Strong understanding of measurements, tolerances, bend allowances, and shop math Experience selecting and changing tooling Comfortable using precision measuring equipment Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Reliable, safety-conscious, and team-oriented Preferred Punch press or turret punch experience CNC brake press experience Experience with Amada, Accurpress, Bystronic, Trumpf, Strippit, Prima Power, or similar equipment Experience within HVAC, heat exchanger, custom fabrication, or manufacturing environments Forklift and/or overhead crane experience Basic CNC programming or program editing experience Why Join This Opportunity? Permanent direct-hire position Straight day shift Medical, dental, and vision perks RRSP program Paid vacation Stable manufacturing environment Opportunity to grow with a company investing in new equipment and technology Long-term career opportunity with a supportive team Apply Today If you are an experienced

Brake Press Operator,Press Brake Setup Operator, or

Sheet Metal Fabricatorlooking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Brantford, we encourage you to apply today.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan,



service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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📌 Brake Press Operator (Brantford)
🏢 Kelly
📍 Brantford