Press Brake Setter Operator – Double Days or Permanent Afternoon Shift Available

Express Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial fabricator in Nottingham seeks an experienced Press Brake Setter Operator for permanent afternoon or double day shifts. The role involves setting up and operating press brakes, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining safety. Competitive pay at £16 per hour plus allowances and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating Bystronic press brake machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering schematics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and adjust Bystronic press brakes.
• Inspect finished products for quality compliance.
• Perform routine maintenance on press brakes.

Skills

Press Brake Setting

Engineering Schematics

Education

NVQ in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Bystronic Press Brake

Laser Cutting Machines

Job description

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• Press Brake Setter Operator – Double Days or Permanent Afternoon Shift Available

Press Brake Setter Operator – Double Days or Permanent Afternoon Shift Available

Location:

c£16 / per hour + shift allowance + overtime rates D.O.E

Posted:

5 hours ago

Category:

Deadline:

May 13, 2026

Express Recruitment are working alongside one of Nottingham’s leading industrial fabricators who are on the lookout for an experienced Press Brake Setter Operator to join their workshop team during a sustained period of growth.

The successful candidate will be contracted to either permanent afternoon (2pm-10pm) or double day shifts, consisting of one week working 6am-2pm and the following week working 2pm-10pm. Shifts rota will reset on a fortnightly basis.

The successful candidate will receive up to £16 per hour plus a weekly shift allowance. In addition, overtime is available at enhanced rates (time and a half for hours exceeding 40 hours per week).

• Prepare, set up and adjust Bystronic press brakes in line with production plans and schedules
• Measure and align all material batches
• Inspect finished products ensuring they are compliant with quality standards and specifications
• Perform routine maintenance on press brakes
• Operate laser cutting machines and adjust tooling
• Maintain high health and safety standards around the workshop

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience setting and operating Bystronic press brake machines
• Understanding of the difference between types of tooling
• Ability to read and interpret engineering schematics
• Previous experience working from both online/offline programs
• NVQ or equivalent in a Manufacturing Engineering discipline

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

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Vacancy Summary

Salary: c£16 per hour + shift allowance + overtime rates D.O.E

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

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