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Brake Press Set Up

Germantown, WI 53022

Posted: 09/25/2026 Job Number: 819435 Pay Rate: 27.00 Industry: Metals / Machine Shop

Job Description

Position Title: Brake Press Set Up

Wage: $27.00/hour

Shift: 1st or 2nd

We’re hiring for a Brake Press Set Up Technician in Germantown, WI. This is a full-time (temp-to-hire or direct hire) opportunity on 1st or 2nd shift.

Brake Press Set Up Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Set up and operate a brake press on light-gauge materials to blueprint specs
- Set up tooling, back gauges, and programming offsets
- Read/interpret blueprints; hold tight tolerances
- Perform first-article/in-process inspections and adjust as needed
- Maintain equipment, 5S, and safety compliance
- Document production and report issues

Brake Press Set Up Requirements:
- 5+ years of brake press set-up and operation (light-gauge sheet metal)
- Strong blueprint reading; proficient with calipers/mics/protractors
- Basic CNC press brake programming/offsets preferred
- Able to lift 40-50 pounds; stand for full shift
- Preferred experience with Amada/Trumpf/Bystronic
- Preferred knowledge of bend allowance/K-factor; aluminum/stainless forming

IND159

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
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