Press Brake Operator

Airedale by Modine

Bradford

On-site

GBP 15,000 - 19,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Airedale by Modine in Bradford is seeking a Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator for the afternoon shift. The role involves operating Amada press brakes, performing tool changes and maintenance, and ensuring output quality is recorded and handed off to subsequent teams.

The ideal candidate will have experience with automated braking, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to work independently within a team while supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a growing sheet metal department.

Qualifications

Experience operating automated press brakes.
Ability to perform tool changes and maintenance.
Ability to inspect parts and make machine adjustments.
Excellent attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Operate Amada press brakes to achieve output, efficiency and quality targets.
Conduct tool changes and tool maintenance.
Ensure completed work is checked off 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.
Adhere to safety policies and contribute to a safety-first culture.
Contribute to general maintenance of the department via basic maintenance, 5S and cleaning.

Skills

Automated press brakes

Tool changeover

Dimensional inspection

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

IT skills

Tools

Amada press brakes

Tool maintenance

Job description

Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator

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.

Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator Role

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

Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator Desired Skills/Experience

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
Excellent IT skills

Afternoon shift