Power Press Operator — Permanent, Training & Growth

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

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.