Brake Press Operator

Job Title: Press Brake Operator

Location: Bacup

Pay: £17 per hour

Days: 4 day working week

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Press Brake Operator to join our manufacturing team. This role involves setting and operating AMADA press brake machinery to produce high-quality sheet metal components, working accurately from engineering drawings and meeting tight tolerances.

This is a permanent position offering a competitive hourly rate, a four-day working week, and the opportunity for overtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate AMADA press brake machines
• Accurately bend and fold sheet metal to specification
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings
• Input and adjust programs via CNC controls
• Monitor quality and ensure work meets specified tolerances
• Support general fabrication activities as required
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment

Key Requirements

• Time-served or experienced Press Brake Operator
• Proven experience setting and operating press brakes (AMADA)
• Confident reading and working from technical/engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working to tight tolerances
• Sheet metal fabrication background
• Ability to input data into CNC controls and adjust machine parameters
• Experience operating guillotines and general fabrication equipment
• MIG welding skills to assist with fabrication tasks when required
• In-house FLT (Fork Lift Truck) training or experience

Working Hours & Benefits

• Hourly rate: £17.00
• Working hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Thursday)
• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite car parking
• Potential for overtime

If you have relevant skillset and want to join an ever expanding and growing business then please simply click 'APPLY' to be considered or call Gary at Time Recruitment to discuss this role further.