Power Press Operator

West Midlands and Worcestershire Perm Hub; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Shift allowances 7.5% morning

Shift allowances 20% afternoon

Early finish Fridays

Full training and development

Career progression

Stable employment

Supportive team

Job summary

Pertemps is recruiting a Power Press Operator in Birmingham on a permanent basis. The role offers structured training, clear pay progression, and an early finish every Friday within a 38-hour week.

You will operate power presses (20–250 tonnes), inspect components, and use verniers/micrometers to ensure quality. A supportive production environment with team collaboration and 5S practices is provided.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience in manufacturing/production.
• Experience operating power presses 20–250 tonnes.
• Experience inspecting manufactured components.
• Confidence using verniers, micrometers and gauges.
• Understanding of manufacturing quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to work safely in a busy production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate power presses ranging from 20 to 250 tonnes and related machinery.
• Manufacture components to engineering drawings and quality specs.
• Perform first-off and in-process inspections.
• Use verniers, micrometers and gauges for measurements.
• Ensure components meet standards before progression.
• Monitor machine performance and report faults promptly.
• Collaborate with Supervisors/Engineers to maximise efficiency.
• Follow production schedules and meet daily output targets.
• Maintain production records and traceability.
• Support team and maintain 5S workplace.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Operate power presses 20–250t

Component inspection

Verniers and micrometers

Gauges and measuring tools

Quality standards compliance

Basic computer literacy

Safety awareness

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Job Title: Power Press Operator

Location: Birmingham, Curdworth

Salary: Approximately £29,670 during training, rising to approximately £31,625 once trained, including shift allowances

Hours: 38 hours per week

Shift: Weekly rotating mornings and afternoons

Contract: Permanent

Operate modern machinery and build a long-term manufacturing careerAre you an experienced Press Operator looking for a secure, permanent position with structured training, clear pay progression and an early finish every Friday?

Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of an established and growing Birmingham manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-focused production environment where your experience will be valued and you will have the support needed to develop further.

The Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will operate power presses and associated production machinery to manufacture high-quality components in line with engineering and customer requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating power presses ranging from 20 to 250 tonnes
• Manufacturing components to engineering drawings and quality specifications
• Completing first-off and in-process inspections
• Using verniers, micrometers, gauges and other measuring equipment
• Ensuring components meet the required standards before progressing
• Monitoring machine performance throughout production
• Reporting machine faults and production issues promptly
• Working with Supervisors, Coordinators and Engineers to maximise efficiency
• Following production schedules and achieving daily output targets
• Completing production records and maintaining product traceability
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment
• Maintaining a clean and organised workplace in line with 5S
• Completing manual-handling duties when required
• Following all quality and Health & Safety procedures

What We're Looking For To be considered

• At least two years' experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Previous experience operating power presses between 20 and 250 tonnes
• Experience inspecting manufactured components
• Confidence using verniers, micrometers and gauges
• A good understanding of manufacturing quality standards
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer literacy
• The ability to work safely within a busy production environment

About You

• Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work
• Follows instructions and production processes carefully
• Identifies and reports problems promptly
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Is reliable, organised and adaptable
• Is comfortable with the manual-handling requirements of the role
• Has a positive attitude and is willing to learn
• Takes personal responsibility for working safely

You will rotate weekly between:

Morning Shift - 7.5% allowance

Monday to Thursday: 6:00am-2:00pm

Friday: 6:00am-12:00pm

Afternoon Shift - 20% allowance

Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm-10:00pm

Friday: 12:00pm-6:00pm

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time employment
• Clear pay progression following training
• 7.5% morning and 20% afternoon shift allowances
• Weekly rotating shift pattern
• Early finish every Friday
• Full training and ongoing development
• Stable employment with a growing manufacturer
• Supportive and experienced production team
• Long-term career and progression opportunities

If youare an experienced Power Press Operatorand want a permanent role offering structured training, competitive shift allowances and long-term stability,