Machine Setter / Press Operator

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Dudley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in engineering is seeking a skilled Machine Setter / Press Operator for its Dudley location. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of tool-setting experience and power press operation skills. Responsibilities include setting tools, operating presses, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment with alternate shifts.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

33 Days Holiday

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ tool-setting experience.
• Current or recent experience as production technician, power press setter, or machine setter.
• Strong communication skills advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change press tooling according to production requirements.
• Inspect first-off samples to ensure quality standards.
• Assist Supervisor in organizing shift activities.

Skills

Tool-setting experience

Power Press setting

HMI experience

Supervisory experience

Computer literacy

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Reach Truck Licence

Overhead Crane Licence

Job description

Machine Setter / Press Operator

Location: Dudley and Worcester

Pay: up to £17.12 per hour (approx. £34,719 per annum)

Exciting new opportunities for skilled machine setters with tool setting and press operation experience to join a rapidly expanding business preparing to move to their new premises in Worcester. Initially based at Dudley you will work a rotating day shift setting and running power presses and associated equipment. Excellent rates of pay, great working hours and soon to be based at modern facility.

Shift Pattern: Alternating weeks Monday–Friday – 7:00 am–3:30 pm / 10:30 am–7:00 pm (39 Hours)

Machine Setter / Press Operator Job Summary

Responsible for setting tools, operating press, and maintaining press tools to ensure efficient production of steel components. Duties include preparing coils, conducting quality inspections (including nail bend tests and gauging), changing and servicing tools, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and change press tooling according to production requirements.
• Inspect first-off samples using gauges and bend tests to ensure quality standards.
• Operation of HMI
• Assist the Supervisor in organizing shift activities and take the lead when required.
• Perform tool and plate size changes as per order specifications.
• Communicate tooling and press issues to the Tool Room and Maintenance teams.
• Segregate and report any defective product or material.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and quality procedures.
• Ensure good housekeeping and 5S standards within the work areali>
• Accurately complete all required documentation and handovers.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ tool-setting experience.
• ROSPA training beneficial
• Power Press setting or similar
• Tool changeovers and setting
• Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
• Reach Truck Licence (beneficial).
• HMI experience
• Overhead Crane Licence (beneficial).
• Supervisory experience and strong communication skills advantageous.
• Computer literacy required.
• Technical background preferred.

Current or recent experience as production technician, mould technician, power press setter, power press operator, press technician or machine setter

What’s Offered

• Competitive hourly rate over £15 - 17/hr and benefits package.
• 33 Days Holiday
• Regular weekday schedule with alternating shifts.
• Supportive, safety-focused work environment.

If you are looking for the next challenge with a forward-thinking business and have the right machine setting / press operating experience APPLY TODAY!

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