CNC Press Brake Operator/Setter Supervisor

E3recruitment; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a CNC Press Brake Operator/Setter Supervisor in Doncaster to lead a small fabrication team, while staying hands-on with press brake setup and production.

You will supervise three operatives, drive on-time production, ensure quality and safety, and push continuous improvement across the department.

This permanent, full-time role offers rotating weekly shifts, a competitive salary of £36,400 per annum, 25 days holiday, a company pension, and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC press brakes.
• Experience in supervising, team leadership or mentoring.
• Strong understanding of fabrication and sheet metal processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brake machinery.
• Supervise, support, and motivate a team of three operatives.
• Monitor production performance and quality standards.
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspections.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are maintained.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members.
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives.

Skills

CNC press brakes

Supervisory experience

Fabrication & sheet metal

Engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Leadership

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Job description

CNC Press Brake Operator/Setter Supervisor

An experienced Press Brake professional knows that great results come from precision, leadership, and teamwork. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a skilled fabrication team, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Doncaster
Permanent Position
£36,400 per annum

Lead from the Front in a Hands-On Supervisory Role

We are seeking an experienced CNC Press Brake Operator / Setter Supervisor to join a successful manufacturing business in Doncaster. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled press brake professional to take ownership of a small team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day production.

You’ll be responsible for leading a team of three operatives, ensuring production targets are achieved, quality standards are maintained, and continuous improvement remains at the heart of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brake machinery
• Supervise, support, and motivate a team of 3 operatives
• Monitor production performance and quality standards
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspections
• Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are maintained
• Train, mentor, and develop team members
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC press brakes
• Previous supervisory, team leader, or mentoring experience would be ideal, but someone wanting to take to next step in their career would be welcomed and assisted in their progress.
• Strong understanding of fabrication and sheet metal processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Working Hours

Rotating Weekly Shifts:

• Days: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Afternoons: Monday to Friday, 1:30pm - 10:00pm

Salary & Benefits

• £36,400 annual salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Permanent, stable employment with career progression opportunities