Press Brake Operator

Trafford Park; Stretford; On-site; GBP 45,847,000 - 51,577,000; Full time

Job summary

Trafford Park is seeking an experienced Press Brake Operative for a day shift. You will program, set up and operate CNC press brake machinery to produce parts to exact specifications.

Reading engineering drawings and adjusting settings to achieve precise bends are key responsibilities, with ongoing quality checks to ensure tolerances and customer standards are met. You will perform first-off inspections, report faults, and collaborate with production teams to hit targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience programming, setting, and operating Press Brake machines.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Adjust machine settings to achieve accurate bends and maintain quality standards.
• Carry out first-off inspections and ongoing quality checks.
• Identify and report any machine faults or production issues.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate press brake machinery to produce components to specification.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Adjust machine settings to achieve accurate bends and maintain quality standards.
• Carry out first-off inspections and ongoing quality checks throughout production.
• Ensure all products meet required tolerances and customer specifications.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Identify and report any machine faults or production issues.
• Work safely in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with production teams to meet manufacturing targets and deadlines.

Skills

Programming press brake

Setting press brake

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Tools

CNC press brake machinery

Quality inspection tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

• Program, set up, and operate press brake machinery to produce components to specification.


• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.


• Adjust machine settings to achieve accurate bends and maintain quality standards.


• Carry out first-off inspections and ongoing quality checks throughout production.


• Ensure all products meet required tolerances and customer specifications.


• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping duties.


• Identify and report any machine faults or production issues.


• Work safely in accordance with company health and safety procedures.


• Collaborate with production teams to meet manufacturing targets and deadlines.


• Proven experience programming, setting, and operating Press Brake machines.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.


• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes.


• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Reliable and safety-conscious approach to work.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.


• Knowledge of CNC-controlled press brake machinery.


• Familiarity with quality inspection tools and measuring equipment.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday


• Day Shift: 07:30am - 4:00pm

Interview Process

Successful candidates will be invited to attend a competency-based interview, where previous programming, setting, and operating experience will be assessed., £16.00 - £18.00 per hour PAYE, dependent on experience.

Long-term opportunity with genuine temp-to-perm prospects.

Stable day-shift working pattern.

Weekly pay whilst on contract.

Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business.

Immediate interviews available.