Precision Forge Stamper | Drop-Hammer Operator

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Dudley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Overtime (if applicable)

Job security in long-established plant

Job summary

A client in the UK seeking an experienced Drop Hammer Press Operator / Stamper to join the forging team as the business expands. The role involves operating Massey 1T & 2T drop hammers, setting up dies and workstations, and ensuring forged parts meet tolerance specs.

The candidate should have practical experience in hot forging or heavy press operations, be physically fit for a hot industrial environment, and maintain a strong safety focus. Overtime may be available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating drop forging hammers or power hammers.
• Experience in hot forging, stamping, or heavy press operations.
• Competent working with heated metal and forging dies.
• Ability to operate multiple machines and maintain production flow.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read job cards, drawings, or production specifications.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a hot, noisy industrial environment.
• Reliable, punctual and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Operate Massey 1T & 2T drop hammers safely and efficiently.
• Set up tooling, dies, and workstations for production runs.
• Forge heated billets to required shapes and tolerances.
• Operate clipping/trimming presses to remove flash and finish forgings.
• Monitor forging quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Adjust hammer blows and positioning based on material behaviour and die fill.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance of machinery.
• Work in coordination with furnace operators, setters and inspectors.
• Follow production schedules and meet output targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Comply with all health & safety and PPE requirements.

Skills

Drop forging hammers

Hot forging

Heated metal handling

Multi-machine operation

Workplace safety

Reading specs/drawings

Physical fitness

Reliability & punctuality

Tools

Massey forging hammers

Clipping/ trimming presses

ISO quality standards

Job description

A client in the UK seeking an experienced Drop Hammer Press Operator / Stamper to join the forging team as the business expands. The role involves operating Massey 1T & 2T drop hammers, setting up dies and workstations, and ensuring forged parts meet tolerance specs.

The candidate should have practical experience in hot forging or heavy press operations, be physically fit for a hot industrial environment, and maintain a strong safety focus. Overtime may be available.