Press Brake Setter / Operator

Job Board Direct; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Free on-site parking

Overtime opportunities

Refer a Friend incentive

Job summary

Job Board Direct is seeking a skilled Press Brake Setter/Operator in Derbyshire for a permanent, full-time role. The position offers an hourly rate of £14–£17, immediate start, and on-site work at our Derbyshire facility close to Derby and the M1.

You will operate and set up Amada press brakes, read drawings, and ensure quality while working within a supportive team in a modern manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting up and operating press brakes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Commitment to quality and timely production.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up press brake machines for folding sheet metal according to specifications.
• Select correct materials and ensure quality standards are met.
• Read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Conduct basic machine maintenance and upkeep.
• Work with a friendly, experienced team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Press Brake Setting

Reading Drawings

Quality Conscious

Safety Awareness

Tools

Amada Press Brake

Job description

Press Brake Setter / Operator

Location: Derbyshire Start Date: Immediately Employment Type: Full-time (Permanent) Hourly Rate: £14 - £17 (depending on experience)

We are a leading UK manufacturer of advanced food processing machinery, renowned for delivering innovative automation solutions to customers around the world. Following significant investment in our state-of-the-art laser cutting and fabrication facilities, we're looking for a skilled Press Brake Setter/Operator to join our expanding manufacturing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern, high-specification equipment, including an Amada 4-metre press brake, in a clean, organised, and well-equipped manufacturing environment.

You’ll play a key role in producing precision components that form part of our world-class machinery, with the opportunity to contribute to a business that values quality, continuous improvement, and craftsmanship.

Press Brake Setter / Operator - Main Duties:

• Operate and set up press brake machines for folding sheet metal according to specifications.
• Selecting correct materials and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings.
• Conducting basic machine maintenance and upkeep.
• Working alongside a friendly and experienced team in a fast-paced environment.

Press Brake Setter / Operator - We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Press Brake Setter Operator, ideally with Amada machines.
• Confidence with machine setup, material handling, and part inspection.
• A keen eye for detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work accurately and efficiently to meet production targets.
• A good understanding of workplace health & safety.

Press Brake Setter / Operator - What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Acknowledgment and celebration of team and individual successes.
• Upcoming move to a new, modern factory as part of continued expansion.
• Costco card.
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme.
• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunity for overtime.
• Convenient location near Derby and M1.

Please note:

You must already have the right to live and work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. No Agencies please.

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