Advanced CNC Press Brake Operator

Baltic Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Death in Service Insurance 2 x salary

Pension 5% employee / 4% employer

EAP & Wellbeing services

Discounted gym membership

On-site parking

Training and progression

Job summary

Baltic Recruitment are recruiting for a Permanent Press Brake Advanced Operator – Metal Forming / CNC / Engineering in Ferryhill. The role suits an experienced operator who can set up machines, troubleshoot processes, and support teammates.

You will help maintain production efficiency, ensure quality standards, and work with Production and Quality teams. Training and progression are provided, with clear shift patterns and competitive rates.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in CNC press brake or metal forming operations.
• Ability to set up, program, and adjust machinery independently.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brake and metal forming machinery to produce precision components.
• Configure and adjust tooling, bend allowances, and machine programs for various materials.
• Verify and approve first-off parts to ensure conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and oversee quality compliance for other operators within the team.
• Support and mentor less experienced operators, providing guidance on safe operation, setup, and quality practices.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical data.
• Identify and resolve production or quality issues promptly to minimise downtime.
• Monitor and maintain machine performance and carry out basic maintenance or fault reporting.
• Work closely with the Production and Quality teams to ensure all output meets required standards.
• Promote and uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency at all times.

Skills

CNC press brake

Machining setup

Reading drawings

Measuring instruments

Quality focused

Mentoring

Problem solving

Safety conscious

Communication

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in engineering

Tools

Verniers

Gauges

Calipers

Job description

Baltic Recruitment are recruiting for a Permanent Press Brake Advanced Operator – Metal Forming / CNC / Engineering in Ferryhill. The role suits an experienced operator who can set up machines, troubleshoot processes, and support teammates.

You will help maintain production efficiency, ensure quality standards, and work with Production and Quality teams. Training and progression are provided, with clear shift patterns and competitive rates.