As a Press Brake Operator, you will play an important role in manufacturing high-quality components that meet customer specifications. In this position, you will set up, operate, and troubleshoot press brake equipment while ensuring accuracy, quality, and safety throughout the production process. You will work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to support efficient operations and continuous improvement.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine press brake setup requirements.
Perform press brake setup, including positioning the machine according to programmed requirements and establishing stops for appropriate depths and angles.
Start and monitor machine operation to identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
Make setup adjustments as needed to ensure parts meet required specifications.
Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, to verify dimensional accuracy.
Inspect first-piece dimensions, angles, and tolerances before proceeding with production.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical or production issues.
Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
Support additional operational and manufacturing responsibilities as assigned.

Who You Are:
You consistently deliver results, even in challenging circumstances, and take ownership of your work. You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives. You gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. You readily learn through experimentation and experience, using both successes and setbacks as opportunities for growth.

For This Role, You Will Need:

High School Diploma, GED, or demonstrated ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a high school level.
Experience setting up and operating press brake equipment.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately and effectively.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from blueprints and routings.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 70 pounds.
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Flexibility to perform additional duties as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Technical certification or Associate degree in a manufacturing, machining, engineering technology, or related field.
Advanced experience with press brake setup and operation.
Knowledge of metallurgical properties, metal fabrication processes, or related coursework.
Experience working in a quality-focused manufacturing environment.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and understand that people perform at their best when they have the support and flexibility they need. We offer competitive benefits designed to support the physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing of employees and their families. Our programs include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) savings plan, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and more.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe an inclusive environment leads to stronger collaboration, innovative thinking, and better outcomes for our customers and communities.

Our commitment to development extends throughout the employee journey—from onboarding through leadership development. We provide a wide range of growth opportunities, including instructor-led and virtual training, mentorship and coaching programs, project-based learning, and hands-on development experiences that help employees achieve their career goals.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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