Job Description

Insight Global is seeking experienced Press Brake Operators to join a growing manufacturing team in Burlington, Ontario. Our clients a leading manufacturer of elevator components and is currently expanding production capacity due to significant business growth and long-term project demand.This individual will play a critical role within the fabrication department, operating press brake machinery to produce high-quality custom metal components while ensuring products meet exact engineering specifications. The ideal candidate will be an experienced operator who can work independently, maintain a strong quality focus, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Operate and set up press brake machinery to bend and form metal components according to engineering drawings and specifications

Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders

Perform first-piece, in-process, and final quality inspections to ensure accuracy and compliance with tolerances

Utilize calibrated measuring tools including calipers, tape measures, angle gauges, and other precision instruments

Complete tooling changes and machine adjustments as required

Maintain quality standards and identify defects or discrepancies before products move to downstream manufacturing processes

Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements

Support preventative maintenance initiatives and proper machine upkeep

Collaborate with supervisors, welders, assemblers, and other production personnel to meet production objectives

Contribute ideas for process improvements, efficiencies, and best practices within the fabrication department

Bend materials ranging from 20-gauge sheet metal up to ¼-inch plate

Skills and Requirements





5+ years of experience operating press brake machinery in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment

Bend materials ranging from 20-gauge sheet metal up to ¼-inch plate

Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings

Experience working within precision metal fabrication environments

Ability to perform measurements, quality inspections, and self-verification of completed work

Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection tools

Strong understanding of manufacturing quality standards and tolerances

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Knowledge of workplace safety procedures, including lockout/tagout practices

Strong attendance record and commitment to workplace reliability

Experience operating Amada press brake equipment

Experience contributing to preventative maintenance programs

Experience in custom fabrication or job-shop manufacturing environments

Leadership or mentoring experience within a manufacturing setting

Process improvement or continuous improvement experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

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📌 Press Brake Operator (Day Shift (Ontario)
🏢 Insight Global
📍 Ontario