Precision Press Operator – Shape, Inspect & Improve

Interaction Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment in Gateshead is seeking a Press Operator to operate and maintain presses in a busy engineering and manufacturing environment. The role involves setting up dies, monitoring quality, and adhering to health and safety rules.

You will work two shifts with rotating hours, join a team to meet production targets, train apprentices, and ensure equipment is safe and well maintained. Salary is £12.71 per hour, permanent, full-time.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand instructions and complete records.
• Health and safety awareness relevant to press operation and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust press machines according to job specifications, including fitting dies, tools and materials.
• Operate presses to shape, cut, or assemble materials, ensuring consistent quality and accuracy.
• Monitor the press during operation to detect faults or defects and take corrective actions as necessary.
• Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of the press equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Inspect finished products against quality standards and report any deviations to the relevant department.
• Maintain accurate production records, including quantities produced and any issues encountered.
• Adhere strictly to health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules and targets.
• Assist in training new operators or apprentices as required.

Skills

Basic literacy

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Interaction Recruitment in Gateshead is seeking a Press Operator to operate and maintain presses in a busy engineering and manufacturing environment. The role involves setting up dies, monitoring quality, and adhering to health and safety rules.

You will work two shifts with rotating hours, join a team to meet production targets, train apprentices, and ensure equipment is safe and well maintained. Salary is £12.71 per hour, permanent, full-time.