Mechanical Machine Setter: Press & Forming Specialist

Morson Edge; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Machine Setter to join the Tube Vent department at Radway Green, Alsager. You will set, operate and maintain production equipment across 40 machines involved in cold forming and drawing operations.

The role requires a time-served apprenticeship with metal forming or turning and experience with power presses. Training will be provided, with opportunities to move to a permanent position.

Qualifications

• A time-served engineering apprenticeship with metal forming or turning experience.
• Experience in a mechanical manufacturing environment setting and operating presses.
• Practical maintenance, fault-finding and repair skills; press safety checks per PUWER.
• Ability to work across a range of equipment and adapt to priorities.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate production machinery to meet quality and delivery targets.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, fault-finding and repairs as needed.
• Support production across 40 machines in cold forming and drawing ops.
• Maintain safe condition of machinery and escalate safety concerns.
• Contribute to daily production meetings and continuous improvement.
• Assist apprentices with practical development and equipment understanding.

Skills

Time-served apprenticeship

Metal forming

Turning

Power presses

Mechanical fault-finding

Press inspection training

Adaptability to equipment

Tools

SAP

SuccessFactors

Job description

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Machine Setter to join the Tube Vent department at Radway Green, Alsager. You will set, operate and maintain production equipment across 40 machines involved in cold forming and drawing operations.

The role requires a time-served apprenticeship with metal forming or turning and experience with power presses. Training will be provided, with opportunities to move to a permanent position.