Press Brake Setter/Operator (Amada) - Day Shift, Long-Term

Reed; Leicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Overtime after probation

Stable workload

Job summary

Reed in Leicester is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setter/Operator to join our busy sheet metal production team. You will set and operate an Amada 100-tonne press brake, read engineering drawings and ensure parts meet exacting specifications.

The role offers a permanent daytime position with regular overtime after the probationary period and a stable workload within a well-established manufacturing environment. Previous press brake experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience setting and operating press brakes.
• Experience using Amada press brakes would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of press brake tooling and set-up procedures.
• Ability to work accurately from engineering drawings.
• Experience working with sheet metal, particularly mild steel.
• Reliable and self-motivated approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating an Amada 100-tonne press brake
• Working from engineering drawings and production requirements
• Carrying out tooling changes and machine set-ups
• Producing a variety of sheet metal components
• Handling and loading materials, primarily mild steel sheet
• Conducting quality checks to ensure components meet specification
• Maintaining a safe and organised working area

Skills

Press brake setting

Amada press brake

Engineering drawings

Sheet metal

Quality checks

Tools

Amada machine

Job description

Reed in Leicester is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setter/Operator to join our busy sheet metal production team. You will set and operate an Amada 100-tonne press brake, read engineering drawings and ensure parts meet exacting specifications.

The role offers a permanent daytime position with regular overtime after the probationary period and a stable workload within a well-established manufacturing environment. Previous press brake experience is essential.