Forge Operator: 5600T Press & Quality Control

Forged Solutions Group; Darley Dale; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Forged Solutions Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled press operator to join a multi-skilled Forge Crew. You will perform pre-shift checks, operate the 5600T press, manage furnaces and forge systems, and support tooling builds within the cell.

The role requires flexibility to work across different roles and shifts, familiarity with MS Office or control systems, and experience in a medium to heavy factory environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in forging/pressing environment beneficial.
• Must be flexible, willing to work across different roles and shift patterns.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office / Computer control systems.
• Worked in a medium to heavy factory environment.
• Have worked in a fast-paced and busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Pre-shift checks (FLT, Hoist, Crane, etc.) as specified.
• Operate 5600T press and support roles within the cell.
• Control room responsibilities (furnace and forge management).
• Pyrometry checks and dimensional / visual forgings inspections.
• Build dies and tooling for 5600T and 1500T presses.
• Ensure furnaces are loaded correctly with control plans.
• Training to be given on 900T and 3000T presses.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S duties.
• Adhere to Health & Safety procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Initiative

Flexibility

Tools

Forklift Counterbalance Training

Overhead Crane Training

First Aid Training

Fire Warden Training

Confined Space Training

Confined Space Rescue Training

Working at Height Training

Work at Height Rescue Training

Job description

Forged Solutions Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled press operator to join a multi-skilled Forge Crew. You will perform pre-shift checks, operate the 5600T press, manage furnaces and forge systems, and support tooling builds within the cell.

The role requires flexibility to work across different roles and shifts, familiarity with MS Office or control systems, and experience in a medium to heavy factory environment.