Press Brake Oeprator

Press Brake Operator Wanted – Immediate Start!

Leicester | £14.00 – £16.50 per hour
Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Press Brake Operator with a background in precision sheet metal?

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join a successful and growing sheet metal manufacturing company based in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience setting and operating CNC Press Brakes who is looking for a stable, long-term position within a skilled manufacturing team.

What’s on Offer:

• £14.00 – £16.50 per hour, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Monday to Friday
• Early shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm
• Late shift: Monday to Wednesday 2:00pm – midnight, Thursday 2:00pm – 11:30pm
• Friday off when working the late shift
• Training and development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to work within a busy and established manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Essential:

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC Press Brakes
• Experience working within a precision sheet metal or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using engineering measuring equipment, including vernier callipers
• Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to work to production targets and deadlines
• Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable:

• Experience working with different grades and thicknesses of sheet metal
• Experience working with CNC machinery
• Knowledge of fabrication and general manufacturing processes
• Experience working within a busy production environment

Roles & Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Press Brake machinery to manufacture precision sheet metal components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure components are produced accurately and to specification.
• Select the appropriate tooling and set machine parameters to achieve the required bends and dimensions.
• Carry out dimensional checks using precision measuring equipment such as vernier callipers.
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet drawing specifications and quality standards.
• Identify and report any defects or quality issues.
• Maintain and use machinery and equipment correctly.
• Ensure machines are operating efficiently and safely.
• Maintain accurate and consistent production standards.
• Work to production schedules and agreed deadlines.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the production area.
• Work closely with colleagues and support other members of the manufacturing team where required.
• Follow all company Health & Safety procedures and policies.
• Assist with other reasonable manufacturing duties across areas including Assembly, Machine Shop and Fabrication when required.

Requirements

As a Press Brake Operator, you will also be expected to:

• Work safely and responsibly within a busy production environment.
• Handle, bend, lift and move sheet metal and steel materials as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area.
• Take responsibility for the quality of your own work.
• Work effectively under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Follow company procedures and Health & Safety requirements at all times.
• Be flexible and willing to support the wider manufacturing team when required.

About the Role

This is a hands-on manufacturing position working within a production environment, where you will be responsible for producing high-quality, precision sheet metal components using CNC Press Brake machinery.

The role will involve regular bending, lifting and handling of sheet metal and steel materials, so a good level of physical fitness and a safety-conscious approach are required.

About Regional Recruitment

This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.