CNC Press Setter/Operator

EMBS Engineering; Redditch; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering recruitment specialist is seeking an experienced Press Setter/Operator in Redditch. The role involves completing press operations efficiently while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of experience in precision engineering, with the ability to set and operate presses. This permanent position offers competitive salary and benefits including 23 days holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays

5% Employee contribution, 4% Employer Contribution to pension

Free onsite parking

Annual salary reviews

Qualifications

• 2+ years of working experience in a precision engineering environment.
• Ability to set and operate presses in precision engineering.
• Understanding of safe use of air tools and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Complete press operations according to Job Card instructions.
• Demonstrate manual handling of tooling using hydraulic equipment.
• Load and unload metal coils.

Skills

Precision engineering experience

Setting and operating presses

Confidence in CNC or Manual Press Brake

Understanding of air tools and hand tools

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Job description

Job Title: Press Setter/Operator

Location: Redditch

Type: Permanent

Rate of pay: circa £29,000 p.a (£14‑£15 per hour)

Overview

EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer located in Redditch. The market leader is a well‑established entity within the precision engineering industries and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety‑critical, highly complex components.

Key Benefits on offer

• Stability / Longevity: Permanent Position within a well‑established company
• Competitive salary: £29,000 p.a (£14‑£15 per hour)
• Hours: 39 hours per week – Day Shift; 07:30 to 16:30 Monday to Thursday, and Friday 07:30 to 12:30 with designated breaks
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contributions: 5% Employee contribution, 4% Employer Contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Warm and friendly team environment
• Free onsite parking

Your responsibilities will include

As a Press Setter/Operator, you will be responsible for the completion of press operations in an efficient manner that is in accordance with the Job Card instructions to achieve the required output levels.

You will:

• Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out.
• Demonstrate manual handling of heavy and expensive tooling using hydraulic equipment.
• Demonstrate material handling – loading and unloading of metal coils.

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate

• 2+ years of working experience in a precision engineering environment.
• The ability to set and operate presses in a precision engineering environment.
• Confidence in forming sheet metal components with the use of CNC or Manual Press Brake (both would be advantageous).
• Understanding of and safe use of air tools and hand tools.
• Prior experience setting up press brakes with the correct tooling and settings required.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and follow work instructions.
• Prior experience working with thin‑gauge sheet metal in a press environment.

About You

You are a motivated and disciplined individual with a positive, “can do” attitude, who takes full ownership of your responsibilities. You bring a strong sense of teamwork and a supportive approach, working collaboratively with others to maximise outcomes.

If you are interested in the opportunity of Setter/Operator Press and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our client’s growing team located in Redditch.

About us

EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK’s most prestigious, advanced precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career‑defining role.

Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents; we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.