Brake Press Operator

Gap Technical Ltd; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing employer in Welwyn Garden City seeks a Brake Press Operator. The role involves programming and operating equipment, ensuring quality, and complying with safety standards. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English and expertise in Hot Forming Presses. This full-time position offers competitive pay and overtime opportunities, contributing to continuous improvement in a safe work environment. Interested applicants should apply through the company's website.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• GCSE Level or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths.
• Experience with Hot Forming Press is essential.
• Gasparini trained or similar experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prioritize work as allocated by the supervisor.
• Ensure equipment is programmed and operated correctly.
• Support Root Cause Analysis for non-conformance.

Skills

Hot Forming Press

Tool Setting

Planning and prioritising work

Quality control

Education

A-C GCSE Level or equivalent in English, Maths

Tools

Gasparini Brake Press

Job description

Brake Press Operator

Competitive + OT

Welwyn Garden City

6am-2pm Days Only (Mon-Fri)

gap technical are proud to be representing this manufacturing business in their search for a Brake Press Operator to work at their facility based near Welwyn Garden City

Performance Objectives

• Planning and prioritising work as allocated by Supervisor
• Ensuring equipment is programmed, set and operated to achieve specified finish
• Reporting problems or variations against spec
• Work to strict quality regulations
• Ensure that work is conducted according to safe practices
• Assist in training other employees.
• Comply with all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out.
• Ensure that all the documentation required to carry out the operation in accordance with the Job Card is available at the point of use and at the correct revision.
• Read and understand all manufacturing instructions prior to commencing an operation, this includes Machine and Tooling Set Up Packs as required, Engineering Drawings, Data Cards, Inspection Plans etc.
• Use of all measuring equipment as defined within Inspection Plans to check conformance to requirements.
• Carry out in process inspection in accordance with relevant inspection plans to ensure that components are conforming prior to passing on to subsequent operations.
• Ensure that components identified as non‑conforming during in process inspection are identified and communicated in accordance with the Non‑Conformance Procedure.
• Complete all work booking requirements within the MRP system to ensure accurate WIP records.
• Follow work handling and storage instructions to prevent damage to components.
• Support Root Cause Analysis activities when non‑conformance occurs to prevent reoccurrence.
• Carry out and record all TPM activities in accordance with the specified schedule for the equipment being operated.
• Ensure that work areas are tidy, cleaned and maintained in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Engage and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities to maximise efficiency.
• Comply with all company procedures and policies.

Person Specification

• A-C GCSE Level or equivalent in English, Maths
• Gasparini Trained or similar
• Expert using Hot Forming Press
• Tool Setting
• Gasparini Break Press - DesirableApply

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gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 16/01/2026

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