Forge Press Operative - Rotating Shifts

Pro-Found Recruitment Solutions; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro-Found Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Forge (Press) Operative in Sheffield to operate and maintain large forging equipment and support manufacturing processes.

The role is permanent with 37.5 hours per week, rotating days, afternoons and nights. You will work on 5600T/1500T/600T presses, read drawings, perform inspections, and follow health and safety procedures, with opportunities to develop within a heavy engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a forging or pressing environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment.
• FLT/Crane/Hoist experience is desirable.
• Flexible approach to shift work and varied responsibilities.
• Basic knowledge of computer-controlled systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate large-scale presses including 5600T, 1500T, and 600T machines.
• Support production processes and tooling activities.
• Andromat operation and furnace/forge control room management.
• Perform pyrometry checks and dimensional inspections.
• Carry out pre-shift checks (FLT, cranes, hoists).
• Assist with tooling and die building and housekeeping (5S).
• Complete preventative maintenance checks.
• Ensure health & safety and quality procedures are followed.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

FLT/Crane/Hoist experience

Measuring equipment

Basic CNC/controls knowledge

Teamwork & communication

Tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Forge (Press) Operative

Are you an experienced operative looking to build your career in a fast-paced, heavy engineering environment? We're recruiting a Forge (Press) Operative to join a dynamic production team, working with high-capacity forging equipment and supporting critical manufacturing processes.

Benefits:

• Salary: £14.50 to £17.70 per hour DOE plus 17% shift allowance
• Location: Sheffield, S9
• Shifts: Days/Afters & Nights Rotating across all 3 shifts
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Contract: PermanentThe Role

As a Forge (Press) Operative, you'll be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used to shape and form metal components to precise specifications. This is a hands‑on role requiring attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate large-scale presses including 5600T, 1500T, and 600T machines
• Support production processes such as:
• Andromat operation
• Furnace and forge control room management
• Pyrometry checks
• Trim, punch, and knockdown operations
• Carry out visual and dimensional inspections to ensure quality standards are met
• Perform pre-shift checks (FLT, cranes, hoists, etc.)
• Assist with tooling and die building
• Maintain housekeeping standards (5S)
• Complete preventative maintenance checks
• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety and quality procedures

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in a forging or pressing environment (desirable)
• Background in a medium to heavy manufacturing setting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Flexible approach to shift work and varied responsibilities
• Basic knowledge of computer-controlled systems
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment (training available)
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mind-set
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• FLT/Crane/Hoist experience

Key Behaviours:

• Highly motivated and dependable
• Flexible and adaptable
• Committed to continuous improvement and development
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic
• Willingness to support wider team and engineering functions

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with advanced industrial machinery
• Varied and engaging role with scope for progression
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities