Brake Press Operator - Night Shift

Are you an experienced CNC or hydraulic brake press operator looking for a full-time, temp-to-perm role with 3-day weekends? We are hiring a Night Shift Brake Press Operator for a metal manufacturing facility in Brantford, ON, conveniently located on a local public transit bus route. Working within manufacturing & logistics, you will set up, program, and operate brake presses to bend and form structural metal parts to precise engineering specifications.

This position runs Monday to Thursday from 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM. Base pay is $26.00 to $29.00 per hour, plus a $1.00 to $2.00 per hour shift and experience premium (earning up to $31.00/hr) on a temp-to-perm basis.

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Advantages
Pay rate of $26.00–$29.00/hr + $1.00–$2.00/hr shift premium based on experience.
• Compressed schedule: Monday to Thursday (5:30 PM–4:00 AM) with 3-day weekends off.
• Fully accessible by local public transit bus routes in Brantford, ON.
• Temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term career growth.
• Access to Randstad's comprehensive health and dental benefits from day one.

Responsibilities
Set up, adjust, and operate CNC and hydraulic brake presses to form precision sheet metal parts.
• Select, install, and align proper tooling, dies, and gauges according to engineering drawings.
• Read and interpret blueprints, job orders, and technical schematics to verify bend dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect first-off and production parts using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and protractors.
• Perform routine preventative equipment maintenance and maintain a clean, safe workstation following health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications
Proven experience setting up and operating brake presses in a metal fabrication setting.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical blueprints, drawings, and shop orders.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments (calipers, height gauges, protractors).
• Strong mechanical aptitude, mathematical skill, and precise attention to detail.
1–3+ years of brake press operator experience in industrial manufacturing or metal fabrication.
• Full availability for the night shift schedule (Mon–Thu, 5:30 PM–4:00 AM).
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• CSA-approved steel-toed safety boots required.

Summary
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