Press Brake Operator: Level 1; Trainee

General Devices is looking for a motivated individual to begin a career in precision sheet metal fabrication. This is an entry-level training position where you will learn to operate press brake machines used to form metal parts for electronic equipment and industrial products.

No previous press brake experience is required;
we will train the right candidate.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, mechanical problem solving, and building real products. Press brake operation is a highly marketable manufacturing skill
, and many of our skilled operators and team leaders started in this position and developed their careers here.

Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Typical starting pay: $18 – $22 per hour depending on experience.

• Assist experienced operators in running press brake machines.
• Load and unload sheet metal parts from machines.
• Learn how to read job travelers and basic prints.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures, gauges, and calipers.
• Inspect parts for quality and accuracy.
• Help maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow all safety rules and company policies.
• Gradually learn press brake setup and operation through hands-on training.

We are primarily looking for the right mindset and reliability.

Successful candidates will have:

• Excellent attendance and reliability
• Strong attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take instruction
• Interest in developing a valuable manufacturing skill
• A positive attitude and ability to work well with others
• Ability to stay focused and perform repetitive tasks accurately
• Mechanical curiosity or enjoyment of working with tools and equipment

including sheet metal work, machining, welding, automotive repair, construction trades, or similar hands-on work — but we will train the right candidate.

• We are a growing company with incredible possibilities
• General Devices cares about out team members
• Medical, dental and short-term Disability – one premium
• Flexible Spending Account
• Optional employee-paid life insurance
• 401K (Traditional and Roth)

Hard workers with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

General Devices is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. General Devices is committed to providing team members with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at General Devices are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.