Location: Dallas, TX
Category: Skilled Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 01/08/2026
Press Brake Operator 1st Shift
(CNC / Heavy Tonnage)
Location: Dallas, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Job Summary
We are searching for an experienced Press Brake Operator for an established metal fabrication shop in This is not an urgent or high-turnover role – the goal is to connect with a professional who understands the craft, the equipment, and the responsibility that comes with running large brake machines.
This position involves operating a mix of older heavy-tonnage press brakes (600-ton class) with new CNC press brake equipment. The right person will be comfortable working with both traditional mechanical systems and modern computer-driven controls.
Location: Dallas, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Job Summary
We are searching for an experienced Press Brake Operator for an established metal fabrication shop in This is not an urgent or high-turnover role – the goal is to connect with a professional who understands the craft, the equipment, and the responsibility that comes with running large brake machines.
This position involves operating a mix of older heavy-tonnage press brakes (600-ton class) with new CNC press brake equipment. The right person will be comfortable working with both traditional mechanical systems and modern computer-driven controls.
What You’d Be Working With
- Large-tonnage press brake equipment
- CNC press brakes (AccuPress or similar)
- Back gauges, tooling changes, and precision set-ups
- Blueprint-driven production with tight tolerances
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience operating press brake machines
- Strong understanding of press brake mechanics and forming principles
- Computer-literate; comfortable with CNC controls and adjustments
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, bend sequences, and specifications
- Experience with set-ups, first-article inspections, and quality checks
- Knowledge of tooling selection, tonnage calculations, and material behavior
- Takes pride in accuracy, safety, and consistent workmanship
Schedule Options
- 1st Shift | 6:00 am – 2:30 pm or 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Compensation & Growth
- Pay is flexible and dependent on experience – estimated range: $27 – $30/hr.
- Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities and advanced skill sets after the first year
- Long-term, stable position with room to grow based on performance and capability
Why This Opportunity
- Not a production “burnout” environment
- Quality, craftsmanship, and reliability matter more than speed
- Ideal for someone seeking a steady shop and long-term fit
About Us
At NCW, we do our best to provide the brightest talent to the best companies across the country. Founded in 2000 our company’s purpose was to redefine the way people think about contract staffing. People come first in our business. Our services are refined with in-depth expertise in our industry verticals, construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering. We care about finding solutions that benefit everyone involved: our clients, our candidates, and our workforce.
NCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are important components of our culture and hiring practices. NCW is an employer and business partner dedicated to elevating the quality of life of our employees, clients, and communities.
At NCW, we do our best to provide the brightest talent to the best companies across the country. Founded in 2000 our company’s purpose was to redefine the way people think about contract staffing. People come first in our business. Our services are refined with in-depth expertise in our industry verticals, construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering. We care about finding solutions that benefit everyone involved: our clients, our candidates, and our workforce.
NCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are important components of our culture and hiring practices. NCW is an employer and business partner dedicated to elevating the quality of life of our employees, clients, and communities.