Lower Mainland Bc Brake press or punch press operator Jobs – 11 Openings This Week

Brake Press Setter/Operator - Afternoon Shift
Daequip Premium Attachments Ltd. —Abbotsford, BC
- $25–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Sales
- Forklift
- In-person
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3h
CNC Press Brake Operator
Wesgar Inc. —Port Coquitlam, BC
- $19–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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11d
Metal Fabricator
IEM Canada —Surrey, BC
- $22.89–$26.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Afternoon Fabricator
Valley Powdercoat Ltd. —Abbotsford, BC
- $28–$36 an hour
- Part-time
- Welding
- In-person
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3h
Press Brake Operator
Russel Metals Inc —Surrey, BC
- $35 an hour
- Rotating shift
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
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Punch press operator
Paramount Components Ltd. —Abbotsford, BC
- $27–$31 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Assembly
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Press Brake Operator (Night Shift)
Overlanders Manufacturing L.P. —Abbotsford, BC
- $21–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- Math
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Press Brake Operator (Day Shift - Full-Time)
Overlanders Manufacturing L.P. —Abbotsford, BC
- $21–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- Math
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Entry Level Press Brake Operator
Overlanders Manufacturing L.P. —Abbotsford, BC
- $20–$24 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- In-person
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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12d
CNC Press Brake Operator
Metalcraft Technology Inc. —Coquitlam, BC
- $20–$25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Brake Press OR Punch Press operator
thyssenkrupp Materials CA, Ltd. —Port Coquitlam, BC
- $28.20–$38.26 an hour
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care

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Brake Press Setter/Operator - Afternoon Shift

Daequip Premium Attachments Ltd. -
Abbotsford, BC

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$25–$35 an hour
3 hours ago

Qualifications

Press brake machine
Sales
Forklift
Angular
Blueprint reading
CNC
Spring framework

Full job description

Job Title: Brake Press Setter / Operator

Location: Daequip Premium Attachments / Dormel Containers, Abbotsford (on site)

Job Type: Full Time (40 hours)

Reports to: Operations Manager

Revised: July 2026

Established in 1989, Daequip Premium Attachments Ltd. is one of the leading providers of high quality, innovative manufacturing and customized design for the oil and gas, mining, forestry, and construction industries. We have over 30 years of experience in the manufacturing of attachments and accessories combined with hard work, dedication, and attention to detail goes into every product we build. Daequip Premium Attachments Ltd. has been growing exponentially in recent years, and we are seeking to add a successful candidate to our team.

Since 1969, Dormel Containers has been a proud Canadian, family-owned and operated small business, dedicated to serving the Waste, Recycling, Construction, Forestry, Oil and Gas, and Mining industries across British Columbia, Alberta, and the Pacific Northwest. Dormel specializes in providing a comprehensive range of steel container products, including roll-off containers, recycling containers, scrap containers, sediment bins, camp bins, lugger bins, front load bins, rear load bins, flat decks, gravel boxes, and self-dumping hoppers. Our robust product lineup is complemented by our experienced sales, design, and production teams, ensuring customized solutions that meet industry standards whether you’re managing waste, transporting materials, or seeking innovative storage solutions.

www.daequip.com; www.dormelcontainers.com

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator to set up, program, and operate CNC press brakes in a high-mix, production-oriented metal fabrication environment. The ideal candidate is capable of independently completing complex setups, troubleshooting bend issues, and maintaining tight quality tolerances with minimal supervision.

This role requires strong blueprint reading skills, tooling knowledge, and the ability to work efficiently across a wide variety of parts and materials.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation & Setup

Set up and operate CNC press brakes (e.g., Accurpress or equivalent)
Interpret engineering drawings, bend notes, and flat patterns
Select appropriate tooling (punches, V-dies, specialty tools)
Perform complete setups including crowning and back gauge configuration
Calculate tonnage requirements and verify machine capacity
Perform first-piece verification and adjust offsets as required
Optimize bend sequence to avoid collisions and distortion
Run production efficiently while maintaining quality standards

Programming & Adjustments

Load, edit, and optimize CNC programs
Adjust bend allowances, spring back compensation, and back gauge positions
Make angle corrections and document program changes
Troubleshoot alarms and minor machine issues
Support continuous improvement of setup times and repeatability

Quality & Inspection

Conduct first-article inspections
Verify dimensional and angular tolerances
Maintain documentation of inspection results
Identify and segregate non-conforming parts
Work closely with engineering and quality teams on corrective actions

Safety & Maintenance

Follow all shop safety procedures
Ensure safe material handling practices
Perform daily machine inspections and basic operator-level maintenance
Maintain clean and organized work area

Qualifications

Required

3–7+ years of press brake experience
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding
Experience in high-mix, low-volume production
Solid understanding of air bending principles
Ability to independently complete complex setups
Comfortable lifting and handling large sheet metal components

Preferred

Experience with CNC controls (ETS200 Siemens) preferred
Knowledge of material behavior (mild steel, stainless, AR, aluminum)
Experience training junior operators
Forklift and overhead crane certification

Technical Competencies

Tool selection & load limit knowledge
Bend sequence planning
Spring back correction
Crowning adjustment
Tonnage calculation
Back gauge programming
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Productivity optimization in a high-mix environment

Performance Expectations (Senior Level)

A Senior Press Brake Operator should:

Run complex multi-bend parts independently
Complete setups with minimal engineering support
Reduce scrap and improve cycle time
Mentor junior operators
Provide feedback to programming/engineering teams
Contribute to process standardization

Working Conditions

Manufacturing environment
Standing for extended periods
Handling sharp metal components
Fast-paced, deadline-driven production

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Are you residing within reasonable driving distance to our facility?
Are you a Permanent Resident of Canada or a Canadian Citizen?

Work Location: In person

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