CNC Press Brake Advanced Operator - Lead & Mentor

Baltic Recruitment Services Ltd; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Death in Service Insurance

Pension

On-site parking

Training and progression

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Baltic Recruitment Services Ltd is recruiting a Permanent Press Brake Advanced Operator for a client in Ferryhill. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC press brake and metal forming machinery, interpreting drawings, and ensuring quality through in-process checks.

You will mentor junior operators, troubleshoot processes, and contribute to safe, efficient production in a high-volume environment. The position offers day shifts with progression to a 2-shift pattern, 38.5 hours per week,

Qualifications

• Significant experience in high-volume, precision manufacturing or metal fabrication.
• CNC machine setup, operation, and quality assurance.
• Mentoring or supporting junior operators advantageous.

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 specs.
• Conduct in-process quality checks and oversee quality compliance for other operators.
• Support and mentor less experienced operators, guiding safe operation and quality practices.

Skills

CNC press brake

Machining setup

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

Calipers & gauges

Job description

Baltic Recruitment Services Ltd is recruiting a Permanent Press Brake Advanced Operator for a client in Ferryhill. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC press brake and metal forming machinery, interpreting drawings, and ensuring quality through in-process checks.

You will mentor junior operators, troubleshoot processes, and contribute to safe, efficient production in a high-volume environment. The position offers day shifts with progression to a 2-shift pattern, 38.5 hours per week,