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Bay Cities Tin Shop Inc

Machine Operator

Gardena, CA

$18.31/hr

Operate various metalworking machinery such as presses, shears, and roll formers. * Set up ... Frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, and operating heavy machinery. * Repetitive tasks, including ...

Gasser Chair

Machine Operator - Metal Shop

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Machine Operation: Operate metal shop machinery, including presses, shears, and cutting tools ... The Metal Shop Associate must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, and performing ...

Power Tee

Machine Operator

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

CNC / Machine Operator / Fabrication Technician Location: Jacksonville, FL Job Type: Full-Time ... Operate press brake equipment for bending and forming metal components * Run CNC routers and laser ...

SEEK Careers Staffing

MACHINE OPERATOR

Menomonee Falls, WI · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Set precise cutting speeds and feed rates for metal bar stock machining. * Operation & Inspection ... Capable of performing physical tasks including standing/bending for long periods and lifting up to ...

R&M Manufacturing

Machine Operator

Buffalo, MN

$20 - $30/hr

With over 50 years providing excellence in sheet metal fabrication, R&M will assist with all sheet ... Perform physical actions which may include frequent bending, twisting, reaching, walking ...

R&M Manufacturing

Machine Operator

Buffalo, MN · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

With over 50 years providing excellence in sheet metal fabrication, R&M will assist with all sheet ... Perform physical actions which may include frequent bending, twisting, reaching, walking ...

Okie Staffing

Sheet Metal Technician

Tulsa, OK · On-site

Experience operating press brakes and/or roll machines * Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings * Familiarity with calipers and measuring tools * Basic understanding of sheet metal bending ...

Metals USA

Machine Operator

Seekonk, MA

$25.36/hr

Industrial Steel Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Metals USA is seeking experienced & proficient machine operators in Seekonk MA (Providence RI Suburb). Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon ...

Aerotek

Machine Operator

Madison, WI · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Machine Operator The 3rd Shift Machine Operator sets up and operates fabrication equipment to ... This role involves daily machine setup, precise forming and bending of metal, and thorough visual ...

Metals USA

Machine Operator

Seekonk, MA · On-site

$25.36/hr

Industrial Steel Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Metals USA is seeking experienced & proficient machine operators in Seekonk MA (Providence RI Suburb). Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon ...

Metals USA

Machine Operator

Seekonk, MA

$25.36/hr

Industrial Steel Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Metals USA is seeking experienced & proficient machine operators in Seekonk MA (Providence RI Suburb). Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon ...

Metals USA

Machine Operator

Seekonk, MA · On-site

$25.36/hr

Industrial Steel Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Metals USA is seeking experienced & proficient machine operators in Seekonk MA (Providence RI Suburb). Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon ...

Field Fastener

Machine Operator

Salem, OR

$19 - $21/hr

This role involves operating various metalworking machines, including threaders, band saws, chamfering tools, punch presses, bending machines, and welding equipment. This position requires experience ...

Field Fastener

Machine Operator

Salem, OR · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

This role involves operating various metalworking machines, including threaders, band saws, chamfering tools, punch presses, bending machines, and welding equipment. This position requires experience ...

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How much do metal bending machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for metal bending machine operator in the United States is $21.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Metal Bending Machine Operator, you need a solid understanding of metalworking processes, mechanical aptitude, basic math skills, and often a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with press brakes, CNC bending machines, measuring instruments, and the ability to read blueprints are essential, and some positions may require OSHA or safety certifications. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork make candidates stand out in this position. These skills and qualities ensure precise fabrication, safe operation, and efficient production in industrial environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Metal Bending Machine Operator?

As a Metal Bending Machine Operator, your daily tasks include reviewing technical drawings or blueprints, setting up and operating bending machines, measuring finished products for accuracy, and making adjustments as needed. You'll frequently inspect equipment, maintain safety protocols, and collaborate with quality control and assembly teams. These responsibilities require attention to detail and consistent communication to ensure products meet specifications and deadlines. The role often involves standing for extended periods and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What is a Metal Bending Machine Operator job?

A Metal Bending Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machines that bend metal to desired shapes and specifications. They read blueprints, adjust machine settings, and ensure precision in bending metal components. Operators also inspect finished products for accuracy and quality while following safety guidelines. This role is common in manufacturing, construction, and metal fabrication industries. Skilled operators help produce components used in various industries, from automotive to aerospace.

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Machinist I

Science and Engineering Services, LLC

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

Overview

The Machinist I produces replacement metal parts, shaping new parts and operating standard machine tools like lathes, mills, and grinders, following detailed blueprints.

Responsibilities

Cutting and shearing sheet metal: Utilize power shears, hand shears, and other cutting tools to precisely cut sheet metal to the desired size and shape. Bending and forming sheet metal: Operate metal bending machines like press brakes to form sheet metal into complex shapes and angles as per the design. Operating fabrication machinery: Proficiently operate various sheet metal fabrication equipment like CNC punch, power shears, press brakes, rolling machines, and hand tools. Produces replacement parts and new parts in making repairs of metal parts of mechanical equipment. Work involves most of the following: interpreting written instructions and specifications, planning and laying out of work, using a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments, setting up and operating standard machine tools. Responsible for the shaping of metal parts to close tolerances, making standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds of machining; knowledge of the working properties of the common metals, selecting standard materials, parts, and equipment required for this work; and fitting and assembling parts into mechanical equipment. In general, the machinist's work normally requires a rounded training in machine-shop practice, usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

Qualifications

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Technical or Military School Training preferred

Experience:

  • Two years related experience required
  • Ability to calculate dimensions, tolerances, and perform basic mathematical calculations
  • High level of precision and accuracy when measuring and machining parts 
  • Ability to lift and manipulate heavy materials 

Any combination of education/experience may be substituted for job requirements at the recommendation of the hiring manager and approval of the COO or higher.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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