Brake Press Operator

Browns Plains Location | Day Shift | Manufacturing Environment | $48 p/hr

RPR Trades is currently seeking an experienced Brake Press Operator for a well-established Australian-owned manufacturing business based in the Browns Plains area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machine operator who enjoys precision work, reading drawings, setting up machinery and producing high-quality folded components. The role is suited to someone who takes pride in accuracy, safety, quality workmanship and working within a practical, hands-on production environment.

Our client manufactures custom materials-handling equipment and related fabricated components, with a focus on quality, durability and practical solutions for customers across Australia.

About the Role

As a Brake Press Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC press brake machinery to produce folded metal components to specification.

You will work from engineering drawings, job sheets and production instructions to manufacture accurate parts used in custom-built products and fabricated assemblies. This role will involve working with lighter-gauge materials and producing components where quality, consistency and attention to detail are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties may include:

• Set up and operate CNC press brake machinery
• Select and install the correct tooling, punches and dies for each job
• Load or adjust programs where required
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders and job sheets
• Measure, check and inspect components to ensure they meet specifications
• Work with materials such as mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• Produce folded brackets, panels, frames and other fabricated components
• Perform first-off checks before continuing production runs
• Maintain accuracy, quality and consistency across completed work
• Use measuring equipment to check dimensions and tolerances
• Identify production issues and report faults or concerns
• Keep the work area clean, organised and safe
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures
• Assist with general workshop or fabrication duties where required

Skills and Experience Required

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous brake press operating experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing, fabrication or sheet metal environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of measurements, tolerances and quality checks
• Experience setting up machines and selecting suitable tooling
• Ability to work safely and follow procedures
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable work ethic and good attendance
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Experience with machines such as Amada, Yawei, Bystronic, Trumpf, SafanDarley, LVD or similar will be highly regarded.

Highly Regarded

The following will be advantageous but may not be essential:

• Forklift licence
• Experience with light-gauge sheet metal
• Experience with custom fabrication or made-to-order manufacturing
• Basic CNC programming or program adjustment experience
• Previous experience working with brackets, frames, panels, trolleys, carts or fabricated components
• Own reliable transport

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious
• Comfortable working in a production workshop environment
• Able to follow instructions and ask questions when needed
• Focused on producing quality work
• Practical, hands-on and mechanically minded
• Able to manage repetitive production tasks while maintaining accuracy
• Respectful, team-focused and willing to help where required

What’s On Offer

• Browns Plains location
• Opportunity to work with a respected Australian manufacturing business
• Hands-on workshop environment
• Varied component work
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for ongoing work for the right person

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Brake Press Operator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your current resume or contact:

Barbara Wheeler
Senior Candidate Services Consultant
RPR Trades
Phone: (07) 3456 5604
Email: barbara.wheeler@rprtrades.com