Press Brake Operator

Modine; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Modine in Bradford is expanding its sheet metal team and seeks an experienced Press Brake Operator for the afternoon shift. You will operate Amada press brakes to meet output and quality targets and handle tool changes with attention to maintenance and setup accuracy.

Ideal candidates work independently to hit production targets, perform part inspections, and actively contribute to continuous improvement while upholding safety standards and teamwork within the department.

Qualifications

• Experience operating automated Press Brakes.
• Proficient in tool changeover and maintenance.
• Eager to help build a sheet metal department from scratch.
• Ability to work independently to meet production targets.
• Able to perform part dimensional inspection and adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate three Amada press brakes to meet output, efficiency and quality targets.
• Perform tool changes and tool maintenance.
• Ensure completed work is checked, identified and passed to assembly, weld or paint in a controlled and organised manner.
• Record output and quality information as specified.
• Support the Sheet Metal Team Leader and Machine Programmer in problem solving and continuous improvement activities relating to the folding operation.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times and to contribute to building a safety first culture in the department.
• Contribute to the general maintenance of the sheet metal department by conducting basic maintenance, 5s and cleaning activities.

Skills

Press brake operation

Tool changeover

Independent worker

Dimensional inspection

Attention to detail

Communication

Continuous improvement

Tools

Amada press brakes

Job description

At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. Our Airedale by Modine brand is a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative thermal management solutions for data centers, clean rooms, hospitals, universities, and other mission-critical environments.

Never heard of Airedale by Modine? In short, we cool the internet. Ever used an app to book a taxi? Ever had a video meeting? Ever bought something online? Chances are, the digital 1s and 0s you’ve created and sent are being kept cool by Airedale by Modine. We’re one of the key cogs in the global machine that keeps your digital world running smoothly.

Trusted as The Critical Cooling Specialists, Airedale by Modine has decades of experience providing efficient, flexible end-to-end cooling solutions that work smarter, not harder, to deliver more cooling for less power. With manufacturing facilities in Canada, Spain, the UK, and the U.S., we’re scaling up across the world to support an ever-growing demand for our solutions. That’s where you come in….

Position Description

The Opportunity
As part of Bradford’s development towards sheet metal self-sufficiency an excellent opportunity has arisen for Press Brake Operators reporting to the Sheet Metal Department Team Leader working on the afternoon shift.

Key Responsibilities

• To operate any of three Amada press brakes to achieve output, efficiency and quality targets
• To conduct tool changes and tool maintenance
• To ensure completed work is checked off, identified and passed on to assembly, weld or paint in a controlled and organised manner
• To record output and quality information as specified
• To support the Sheet Metal Team leader and Machine Programmer in problem solving and continuous improvement activities relating to the folding operation
• To ensure all safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times and to contribute to building a safety first culture in the department
• To contribute to the general maintenance of the sheet metal department by conducting basic maintenance, 5s and cleaning activities

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Required Education & Qualifications

• Knowledge and extensive practical experience operating an automated Press Brakes
• Tool changeover and tool maintenance
• The desire to help construct a sheet metal department from scratch with an open mind to new innovative methods
• Ability to work independently and with initiative to achieve production targets
• Ability to perform part dimensional inspection and the mathematical ability needed to make machine adjustments
• Outstanding attention to detail and evidence of an inquisitive nature and spirit of continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills and ability and desire to work as part of a team

Afternoon shift - 13:55pm to 21:55pm Monday to Thursday, 11:15am to 18:55pm Friday