Press Brake Setter / Operator

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Nelson; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and progression

Overtime available

Long-term, permanent position

Stable company in Nelson

Weekends off

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd in Nelson, Lancashire is seeking a highly skilled Press Brake Setter/Operator to join their production team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role requires setting up and operating Amada Press Brake machines to bend, shape, and fabricate metal components to exact specifications.

Candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience, with strong reading of technical drawings, tooling changes, and strict quality control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Press Brake Operator.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Perform tooling changes and routine maintenance.
• Maintain quality control throughout production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Amada Press Brake machines.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Inspect and measure finished products for accuracy.
• Perform routine machine and tooling maintenance and daily health & safety checks.

Skills

Reading drawings

Tooling changes

Quality control

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Amada Press Brake

Job description

The role of Press Brake Setter / Operator is available with a permanent, full-time contract based in Nelson, Lancashire. Working Monday to Thursday, the position involves setting up and operating press brake machinery to bend, shape, and fabricate metal components to precise specifications. Candidates must possess a minimum of five years of experience in a similar role. Key skills include the ability to read technical drawings, perform tooling changes, and ensure quality control throughout production. A competitive salary of £18.00 to £20.00 per hour is offered, dependent on experience. This position is suited to a reliable professional seeking a long-term role within a manufacturing team. An excellent opportunity for an Experienced Press Brake Setter / Operator to join a well-established company!

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: Competitive Salary of £18.00 - £20.00 PH, Depending on Experience. Location: Nelson, Lancashire BB9. Schedule: Monday – Thursday.

About The Role

The company are seeking a highly skilled and reliable Press Brake Setter/Operator to join their production team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating press brake machinery to bend, shape, and fabricate metal components to precise specifications.

Responsibilities Include

• Set up and operate Amada Press Brake machines
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Inspect and measure finished products for accuracy
• Perform routine machine & tooling maintenance and daily Health & Safety checks
• Ensure safe and efficient operations at all times

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Press Brake Operator
• Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• High attention to detail and quality control
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work Monday-Thursday, 07:00 - 17:00

Company Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for training and progression
• Stable and growing company based in Nelson
• Competitive pay (£16.00 - £18.00 per hour)
• Monday to Thursday with weekends off!
• Overtime available
• Long-term, permanent position with potential for growth

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.