At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate press brakes and learn to programme sheet metal components using in-house software.
- Company: Join a supportive team valuing your manufacturing expertise.
- Benefits: 37-hour work week, 20 days holiday, and full training provided.
- Other info: Enjoy a non-working Friday and a clear career progression path.
- Why this job: Transition from shop floor to a technical office role with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in sheet metal fabrication and a positive attitude to learn.
The predicted salary is between 28080 - 34320 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Sheet Metal Worker looking to move off the shop floor and into a technical office-based role?
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
We're looking for a time-served professional with experience operating Amada Promecam press brakes or similar equipment who is keen to move into a technical office role.
You'll receive full trainingto become a Nesting Programmer, using our specialist in-house software to develop and optimise sheet metal components.
Duties and responsibilities
Setting and operating Amada Promecam press brakes (or similar machinery).
Reading and interpreting technical and fabrication drawings.
Producing high-quality sheet metal components to specification.
Problem-solving manufacturing and production challenges.
Learning and developing sheet metal nesting and programming skills.
Working with in-house software to create and optimise sheet metal parts.
Supporting production efficiency and material utilisation.
Maintaining high standards of quality, health and safety, and housekeeping.
Working closely with the Production Manager and wider manufacturing team.
Undertaking training and development to support your progression into the office-based role.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Time-served Sheet Metal Worker.
Significant experience in sheet metal fabrication and press brake operation.
Experience setting and operating Amada Promecam press brakes or similar.
Strong understanding of sheet metal manufacturing principles.
Ability to read and work from engineering and fabrication drawings.
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Basic IT skills and confidence using computers.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
Desirable
CNC Punch experience.
Previous exposure to CAD, nesting software, or production planning.
Experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Opportunity
37 hours per week, over 4 days, with Friday being a non-working day
20 days holiday + bank holidays
A clear pathway into a technical office-based role.
Full training on our nesting and programming software. xiskglj
A supportive team environment where your manufacturing knowledge is valued.
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