Press Break Setter

The Best Connection; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Discounted gym membership

Free onsite parking

Free annual flu vaccination vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking an experienced Press Brake Setter for its West Bromwich operations. The role involves setting and operating press brakes, producing parts to target and maintaining quality and records.

The position operates on rotating shifts and requires a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement. Applicants should have proven press brake experience, work well in teams, and strive to meet targets while upholding company values.

Qualifications

• Proven experience and strong knowledge of press brake operation.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Driven to meet and exceed targets while maintaining safety and quality.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to company values.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate press brakes and associated equipment.
• Manufacture parts efficiently to meet production targets.
• Monitor output rates and report any issues affecting performance.
• Take ownership of product quality and ensure standards are met.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Uphold high standards of workplace organisation (5S).
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all health & safety procedures at all times.
• Carry out any additional duties as required.

Skills

Press brake operation

Teamwork

Target achievement

Safety and quality

Job description

The Best Connection are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Setter to join a well-established and highly respected manufacturing company based in West Bromwich.

• Hourly Rate: £17.69 (includes 22% shift allowance)


• Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts


• Morning Shift: Monday-Thursday 06:00-14:00, Friday 06:00-13:00


• Afternoon Shift: Monday-Thursday 14:00-22:00, Friday 13:00-20:00

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate press brakes and associated equipment


• Manufacture parts efficiently to meet production targets


• Monitor output rates and report any issues affecting performance


• Take ownership of product quality and ensure standards are met


• Maintain accurate production and quality records


• Uphold high standards of workplace organisation (5S)


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives


• Follow all health & safety procedures at all times


• Carry out any additional duties as required

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience and strong knowledge of press brake operation


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


• Driven to meet and exceed targets while maintaining safety and quality


• Positive attitude with a commitment to company values


• 25 days annual leave


• Christmas shutdown


• Service and recognition awards


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Company pension scheme


• Life assurance (4x salary)


• Discounted gym membership


• Enhanced family-friendly policies


• Free annual flu vaccination vouchers


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Cash health plan


• Free home cyber security training


• Cycle to work scheme


• Free onsite parking