Power Press Setter Operator

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Dudley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions in Dudley is seeking a Power Press Setter/Operator to join the Press Shop. You will set and operate power presses up to 400T and work Monday to Thursday with potential overtime on Fridays.

Starting from £15, negotiable depending on experience, you will read engineering drawings, use Vernier calipers and height gauges, perform quality checks, and maintain housekeeping in line with ISO 9001 and PPE policies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in setting and operating power presses.
• Hold a valid Power Press Setter's Certificate (RoSpa) Essential.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Competent in using standard workshop and quality measuring tools.
• Familiarity with quality systems and standards such as ISO 9001
• Grinding Of Dies And Punches (Preferred But Not Essential)

Responsibilities

• Set press tools including forming, piercing, cropping and progression/follow through tooling. Set De- Coilers.
• Set Pedestal drillers (training will be given)
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues relating to power press settings, tooling or production quality.
• Carry out routine quality checks to ensure components meet required tolerances and engineering drawings (Using Vernier's, callipers, plug gauges and height gauges)
• Preform basic preventative maintenance, including the signing off and inspection of press guards.
• Record production output and quality inspection data on provided documents.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards around machinery, benches, and work areas in line with ISO 9001 practices.
• Follow all company Health & Safety and PPE polices without exception.
• Work flexible hours and overtime as required with a positive, team-first attitude.

Skills

Power press setting

RoSpa certificate

Reading drawings

Measuring tools

ISO 9001 familiarity

Grinding dies

Tools

Vernier calipers

Plug gauges

Height gauges

Job description

Job Title

Power Press Setter / Operator

Department

Press Shop

Location

Dudley

Hours

Monday - Thursday , Friday OR Monday - Thursday , Friday overtime maybe required)

Pay

Starting from £15, negotiable depending on experience

Job Purpose

To set, operate Power Presses up to 400T

Responsibilities

• Set press tools including forming, piercing, cropping and progression/follow through tooling. Set De- Coilers.


• Set Pedestal drillers (training will be given)


• Troubleshoot and resolve issues relating to power press settings, tooling or production quality.


• Carry out routine quality checks to ensure components meet required tolerances and engineering drawings (Using Vernier's, callipers, plug gauges and height gauges)


• Preform basic preventative maintenance, including the signing off and inspection of press guards.


• Record production output and quality inspection data on provided documents.


• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards around machinery, benches, and work areas in line with ISO 9001 practices.


• Follow all company Health & Safety and PPE polices without exception.


• Work flexible hours and overtime as required with a positive, team-first attitude.

Skills

• Proven experience in setting and operating power presses.


• Hold a valid Power Press Setter's Certificate (RoSpa) Essential.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.


• Competent in using standard workshop and quality measuring tools.


• Familiarity with quality systems and standards such as ISO 9001


• Grinding Of Dies And Punches (Preferred But Not Essential)

Closing Date

Closing date is 18th October 2026