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Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
The Press Brake Operator is responsible to prepare and run complex bend setups and forming operations. This includes custom punch/die modification used in combination with other tooling (either standard or custom). This position is First Shift with hours from 6:00am to 2:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
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Join the team at Protolabs as a Press Brake Operator in Nashua, NH, where we value creativity and innovation just as much as skill and expertise. Here, we embrace the spirit of diversity and welcome anyone who's eager to contribute, even if you don’t think you meet every qualification. As a Press Brake Operator, your primary role will be to prepare and run complex bend setups and forming operations, using our Amada Press Brake. You’ll engage in sophisticated programming, ensuring that your work meets our high standards for precision. It’s essential that you have a strong background in print reading, geometric tolerances, and flat pattern layout. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, so your ability to work well with others and help train less experienced team members will be invaluable. With a focus on efficiency, you’ll be responsible for identifying areas for process improvement and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Enjoy a first shift schedule from 6 AM to 2 PM, Monday through Friday, and take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance options, a generous PTO policy, a 401k with company match, and various employee support programs. Your skills and training will not just advance your own career but will also play a key role in bringing innovative products to market — all while operating in a supportive workplace that feels like home.
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