Brake Press Setter Operator / CNC Machine Operative

AWD online; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Greater London seeks a Brake Press Setter Operator to set and operate CNC brake press machines, ensuring precise bending and forming of sheet metal components. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to read technical drawings. This role offers a competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and opportunities for training and career progression within a stable environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual Holiday entitlement

Opportunities for overtime

On-the-job training

Stable, long-term employment

Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC brake press machines.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC brake press machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Perform quality checks using measurement tools.

Skills

Setting and operating CNC brake press machines

Reading and understanding technical drawings

Attention to detail

Communication and teamwork skills

Tools

Amada CNC machines

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Brake Press Setter Operator with proven experience of setting and operating CNC brake press machines, who can interpret technical drawings and has a good understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes.

Working as the Brake Press Setter Operator you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC Brake Press machines to bend and form sheet metal components according to precise specifications.

As the Brake Press Setter Operator you will need to be flexible and sympathetic to the company’s needs on delivery, whilst acknowledging and following all Health & Safety regulations.

DUTIES

• Set up and operate CNC brake press machines ( Amada)
• Interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
• Perform quality checks using measurement tools (verniers, gauges)
• Monitor machine operation and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Report any production or quality issues to the supervisor

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC brake press machines
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good communication and teamwork skills

DESIRABLE

• Experience with Amada or similar CNC machines
• Basic computer literacy for programming adjustments
• Forklift or crane license (advantageous, not essential)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Company is a leading manufacturer of protective equipment cases for military, broadcast, medical, and industrial sectors worldwide. They pride themselves on quality, innovation, and precision manufacturing.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Annual Holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for overtime and career progression.
• On-the-job training and support.
• Stable, long-term employment in a growing company.
• Onsite Parking