Brake Press Setter

Workforce Recruitment and Training; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setter for a full-time position in the Southam/Warwick area. The successful candidate will set up and operate Amada press brake machines, ensuring high-quality production and workflow maintenance. Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience and the ability to read engineering drawings. This role offers competitive pay at £15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar precision metalworking role.
• Proven experience setting and operating press brake machinery.
• Familiarity with Amada, Bystronic, or Trumpf machines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Amada press brake machines to produce high-quality components.
• Perform first-off inspections and ensure parts meet specification.
• Maintain machine condition and keep work area clean and organised.

Skills

Setting and operating press brake machinery

Reading engineering drawings

Using measuring tools

Interpreting technical drawings

Job description

Press Brake Setter – Southam (Warwick Area)

Hours/Shift: Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week.

Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour.

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Brake Press Setter to join a well‑established fabrication company in the Southam/Warwick area. This is a full‑time, permanent role offering day shifts and consistent weekly hours. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating Amada press brake machines, working to precise tolerances and ensuring smooth workflow for the fabrication team.

Key Duties

• Set up and operate Amada press brake machines to produce high‑quality components.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings and detailed measurements.
• Perform first‑off inspections and ensure parts meet specification.
• Maintain workflow by working from a folded list to supply welders with parts.
• Maintain machine condition and keep work area clean and organised.

Requirements

• Proven experience setting and operating press brake machinery.
• Familiarity with Amada, Bystronic, or Trumpf machines preferred.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring tools.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar precision metalworking role.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.